How To Fix STOBJ048 - Index &1-&2 already locked for request/task &3

STOBJ048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STOBJ - Dictionary Structured Objects

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Index &1-&2 already locked for request/task &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STOBJ048 - Index &1-&2 already locked for request/task &3 ?

  The SAP error message STOBJ048 indicates that an index is already locked for a specific request or task. This typically occurs during the transport of objects or when trying to modify an index that is currently being accessed or modified by another process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: The index is being accessed or modified by another user or process, leading to a lock.
  Long-running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold the lock longer than expected.
  Transport Requests: If you are trying to transport objects and the index is locked by another transport request, this error can occur.
  Database Locks: Locks at the database level can also lead to this error if the index is being used in a way that requires exclusive access.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: Often, the simplest solution is to wait for the other process to complete and then retry your action.
  Check Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for