How To Fix BGRFC122 - Locks exist for queue &1 of destination &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Locks exist for queue &1 of destination &2

What causes this issue?

The units in this queue will be deleted; however, they continue to exist
until they have been deleted physically from the database. If the locks
are retained, queues may be locked and retained without any visible
reason.

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?

To display the deleted units, choose "Display" -> "Show Deleted Units".
In this way, you can delete the locks on the individual units.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC122 - Locks exist for queue &1 of destination &2 ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC122 indicates that there are locks present for a specific queue in the destination specified. This typically occurs in the context of the Background RFC (BGRFC) framework, which is used for asynchronous communication between SAP systems or between different components of the same system.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Concurrent Processing: Multiple processes may be trying to access or modify the same queue simultaneously, leading to a lock.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes too long to complete may hold a lock on the queue, preventing other processes from accessing it.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues, such as a deadlock situation or a failure in the communication process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the BGRFC settings or the destination can also lead to locking issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BGRFC122 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing locks on the queue. Identify the user or process that is holding the lock and determine if it can be released.
  
  
  Release Locks: If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can manually delete them in SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may affect ongoing processes.
  
  
  Monitor Long-Running Transactions: Use transaction code SM37 to monitor background jobs and identify any long-running jobs that may be causing locks. If necessary, terminate or adjust these jobs.
  
  
  Check BGRFC Configuration: Review the configuration of the BGRFC destination using transaction SM59. Ensure that the destination is correctly set up and that there are no misconfigurations.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide additional context or clues about the issue.
  
  
  Restart BGRFC: In some cases, restarting the BGRFC service can help clear locks. You can do this using transaction SMQR.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC: Background RFC is a mechanism in SAP for handling asynchronous communication, allowing for better performance and reliability in processing background jobs.
  Locks in SAP: Locks are used in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple processes try to access the same data simultaneously.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like SM12 (lock entries), SM37 (job monitoring), SM59 (RFC destinations), and SMQR (BGRFC monitoring).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BGRFC122 error effectively.