How To Fix 5T142 - Error in enqueue of object &: "others"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5T - HR-FB messages which access TemSe

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Error in enqueue of object &: "others"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5T142 - Error in enqueue of object &: "others" ?

  The SAP error message 5T142, which states "Error in enqueue of object &: 'others'", typically indicates an issue with the enqueue mechanism in SAP. This mechanism is responsible for managing locks on objects to ensure data consistency and integrity during concurrent access.
  Cause:
  
  Lock Table Overflow: The lock table may be full, preventing new locks from being created.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that are preventing the enqueue operation from completing successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the enqueue operation on the specified object.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to enqueue errors.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues can also cause problems with the enqueue service.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Table Size: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check the current locks and see if the lock table is full. If it is, consider increasing the size of the lock table in the system profile parameters.
  
  
  
  Clear Locks: 
  
  If there are unnecessary locks, you can delete them using transaction SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may affect other users.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. Check the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs: 
  
  Use transaction SM21 to check the system logs for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Database Health Check: 
  
  Perform a health check on the database to ensure it is functioning correctly. Look for any errors or issues that might be affecting the enqueue service.
  
  
  
  Restart Enqueue Server: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider restarting the enqueue server. This can sometimes resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the problem cannot be resolved with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12 (Display and Delete Locks)
  SM21 (System Log)
  SM50 (Process Overview)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: 
  
  Review the official SAP documentation for more details on enqueue mechanisms and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: 
  
  Regularly monitor system performance and lock usage to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the 5T142 error message in SAP.