How To Fix 15013 - Update hung in state "delete"

15013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 15 - Update message

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Update hung in state "delete"

What causes this issue?

The update is hanging in status 'delete'.
You can analyse the update record in the update management
(transaction SM13).
You can find detailed information about the update process in the
documentation:
SAP Library -> SAP NetWeaver Components -> Application Platform
(SAP Web Application Server) -> ABAP Technology ->
Client/Server Technology -> Updates in the SAP System ->
Functional Description of Updates

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 15013 - Update hung in state "delete" ?

  The SAP error message 15013, which indicates that an update has hung in the state "delete," typically arises during the update process when a database update request is unable to complete successfully. This can happen for various reasons, including database locks, long-running transactions, or issues with the update framework itself.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locks: If another transaction is holding a lock on the database table that the update is trying to modify, it can cause the update to hang.
  Long-Running Transactions: If a previous update or transaction is taking too long to complete, it can block subsequent updates.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or resource contention can lead to delays in processing updates.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the update framework or related components can lead to issues.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity can also cause updates to hang, especially in distributed environments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks