How To Fix TT215 - No temporary lock available. Try again later

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TT - Extended Computer Aided Test Tool (eCATT) messages

• Message number: 215

• Message text: No temporary lock available. Try again later

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TT215 - No temporary lock available. Try again later ?

  The SAP error message TT215 "No temporary lock available. Try again later" typically occurs when the system is unable to acquire a temporary lock for a particular object or resource. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  High Lock Demand: There may be a high number of concurrent users trying to access the same resource, leading to a shortage of available temporary locks.
  Lock Table Full: The lock table may be full, which means that there are no more temporary locks available for new requests.
  Long-Running Transactions: If there are long-running transactions that hold locks for an extended period, it can prevent other transactions from acquiring the necessary locks.
  System Configuration: The configuration of the SAP system may not be optimized for the current workload, leading to lock contention issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Retry the Operation: As the error message suggests, simply waiting a moment and trying the operation again may resolve the issue if it was a temporary spike in demand.
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing lock entries. If there are unnecessary locks held by users who are no longer active, they can be deleted by an administrator.
  Increase Lock Table Size: If the lock table is consistently full, consider increasing its size. This can be done by adjusting the profile parameters in the SAP system (e.g., enque/table_size).
  Optimize Transactions: Review and optimize long-running transactions to ensure they do not hold locks longer than necessary. This may involve analyzing the code or processes involved.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction codes like SM66 (global work process overview) or ST22 (dump analysis) to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks or issues that may be contributing to the lock contention.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: System log for monitoring system messages.
  ST22: Dump analysis for checking runtime errors.
  SM66: Global work process overview to monitor active processes.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on lock management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.