How To Fix WES_OUTBOUND072 - Problems in lock management => Only display is possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Problems in lock management => Only display is possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND072 - Problems in lock management => Only display is possible ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND072: Problems in lock management => Only display is possible:
  
  Error Message
  WES_OUTBOUND072: Problems in lock management => Only display is possible
  
  Cause
  This error message typically occurs in SAP systems when there is an issue with the lock management mechanism during outbound processing (often related to IDoc processing or ALE distribution). The system tries to lock certain objects or data records to ensure consistency during processing, but it encounters a problem such as:
  
  The lock table is full or corrupted.
  Locks are not being released properly.
  There is a deadlock or conflict with other processes trying to access the same data.
  The lock object or lock entry is inconsistent or missing.
  System resources related to lock management are exhausted or unstable.
  
  Because of this problem, the system restricts the user to display mode only to prevent further data inconsistencies or conflicts.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check and Clear Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for existing locks.
  Identify and delete any stale or unnecessary locks related to the objects in question.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 to review system logs for any related errors or warnings.
  Look for lock-related errors or resource issues.
  
  
  
  Check IDoc Status and Processing:
  
  If this error occurs during IDoc outbound processing, check the status of the IDocs in WE02 or WE05.
  Reprocess or delete problematic IDocs if necessary.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP Work Processes:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the work processes or the entire application server can clear lock table issues.
  
  
  
  Check Lock Table Size:
  
  Verify the size of the lock table parameter (enque/table_size) in the system profile.
  Increase the size if the lock table is frequently full.
  
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message number or keywords.
  Apply any recommended patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Check for Deadlocks:
  
  Analyze if there are deadlocks causing the lock management problem.
  Use transaction SM12 and ST22 (dump analysis) to identify deadlocks.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  Transaction WE02 / WE05: IDoc monitoring and status.
  Transaction SM21: System log for error analysis.
  Transaction ST22: ABAP runtime error analysis.
  Parameter enque/table_size: Controls the size of the lock table.
  SAP Notes and KBAs related to lock management and IDoc processing.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Lock management issues such as full lock table, stale locks, deadlocks, or resource exhaustion.
  
  
  Effect
  System restricts to display mode only to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and clear locks (SM12), review system logs (SM21), increase lock table size, restart work processes, apply SAP Notes.
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  SM12, WE02, WE05, SM21, ST22
  
  
  
  
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