How To Fix UMB211 - System error while locking the object

UMB211 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 211

• Message text: System error while locking the object

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB211 - System error while locking the object ?

  The SAP error message UMB211, which indicates a "System error while locking the object," typically occurs when there is an issue with the locking mechanism in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock Issues: The object you are trying to access may be locked by another user or process, preventing your transaction from acquiring the necessary lock.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be experiencing resource constraints, such as memory or database connections, which can affect the locking mechanism.
  Transaction Rollback: If a previous transaction that was supposed to release the lock has failed or been rolled back, it may leave the object in a locked state.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues can disrupt the communication between the application server and the database, leading to locking errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can also lead to locking problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check