How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2174 - Associations assigned to object type &2 have been locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2 - Object Model Repository (2)

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Associations assigned to object type &2 have been locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2174 - Associations assigned to object type &2 have been locked ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2174 indicates that associations assigned to a specific object type (denoted by &2 in the message) have been locked. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse (BW) when there are issues related to object associations in the data model.
  Cause:
  
  
  Locked Associations: The associations between objects in the data model are locked, which can happen due to various reasons such as:
  
  Ongoing data model changes or updates.
  A previous transaction that did not complete successfully, leaving the associations in a locked state.
  Concurrent processes trying to access or modify the same associations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the associations.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the data model or the search framework that lead to locking.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant object types. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations to do so).
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the locking is due to an ongoing process, you may need to wait for that process to complete. Check with your team if there are any scheduled jobs or transactions that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the object types in question.
  
  
  Reconfigure Data Model: If the issue persists, review the configuration of the data model and associations. You may need to reconfigure or recreate the associations if they are corrupted.
  
  
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may help clear any lingering locks or issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this specific error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM12 (Lock Entries) for managing and troubleshooting object associations.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or BW for more detailed information on managing object models and associations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.