How To Fix XMS_ADM401 - Error in lock management

XMS_ADM401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XMS_ADM - XMS - Administration

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Error in lock management

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XMS_ADM401 - Error in lock management ?

  The SAP error message XMS_ADM401 indicates an issue related to lock management within the SAP system. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the locking mechanism that SAP uses to ensure data integrity during concurrent access by multiple users or processes.
  Causes of XMS_ADM401 Error
  
  Lock Table Overflow: The lock table may be full, preventing new locks from being created.
  Deadlocks: Two or more processes may be waiting for each other to release locks, causing a deadlock situation.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that holds locks for an extended period can lead to lock contention.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings related to lock management in the SAP system.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database that affect lock management.
  
  Solutions to XMS_ADM401 Error
  
  
  Check Lock Table Size:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks. Check if the lock table is full and consider increasing its size if necessary.
  
  
  
  Analyze and Resolve Deadlocks:
  
  Use transaction code SM21