How To Fix SZDM_LOCK831 - Impossible to change wp number for AS instance &1

SZDM_LOCK831 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SZDM_LOCK - To be used for messages due to read only locks

• Message number: 831

• Message text: Impossible to change wp number for AS instance &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SZDM_LOCK831 - Impossible to change wp number for AS instance &1 ?

  The SAP error message SZDM_LOCK831 indicates that there is an issue with changing the work process (WP) number for an application server (AS) instance. This error typically arises in the context of system administration, particularly when managing instances in an SAP system landscape.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Locking Mechanism: The instance you are trying to modify may be locked by another process or user. SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent concurrent changes that could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration files or parameters that prevent the change from being applied.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the work process number.
  
  
  Running Processes: If there are active processes or jobs running on the instance, the system may not allow changes to the work process configuration.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SZDM_LOCK831 error, you can take the