How To Fix SVMCRT_LOCKING020 - List for &1 / &2 is not available; reason: &3 (return code = &4)

SVMCRT_LOCKING020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SVMCRT_LOCKING - VMC Locking

• Message number: 020

• Message text: List for &1 / &2 is not available; reason: &3 (return code = &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SVMCRT_LOCKING020 - List for &1 / &2 is not available; reason: &3 (return code = &4) ?

  The SAP error message SVMCRT_LOCKING020 indicates that a list for a specific object (denoted by &1 and &2) is not available due to a specific reason (denoted by &3) and includes a return code (denoted by &4). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's locking mechanism, which is used to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users or processes attempt to access or modify the same data simultaneously.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Locking Issues: The object you are trying to access is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if a transaction is not properly completed or if a user has left a session open.
  
  
  Data Availability: The data you are trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted. This can happen if the underlying data has been modified or removed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to