How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2771 - Parallel process for fetching the meta data is running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Parallel process for fetching the meta data is running

What causes this issue?

The same process has already been started.

System Response

This process is terminated.

How to fix this error?

There is no problem - the task will be done by the earlier process.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2771 - Parallel process for fetching the meta data is running ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2771 indicates that a parallel process for fetching metadata is already running. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA Search, where multiple processes may attempt to access or modify the same metadata simultaneously.
  Cause:
  
  
  Concurrent Processes: The error is often caused by multiple instances of a process trying to access the same metadata at the same time. This can happen if:
  
  A background job is already running that fetches or updates metadata.
  A user or another process is trying to initiate a metadata fetch while another is still in progress.
  
  
  
  Long-running Processes: If a previous process is taking longer than expected, it may block subsequent requests, leading to this error.
  
  
  System Configuration: In some cases, system configuration settings related to parallel processing or resource allocation may lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the current process to complete. You can check the status of running jobs in the SAP system to see if there is an ongoing process.
  
  
  Monitor Background Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor background jobs. Look for jobs related to metadata fetching and check their status.
  
  
  Terminate Stuck Processes: If you identify a process that is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it. Be cautious with this approach, as terminating processes can lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, consider reviewing and adjusting the system configuration related to parallel processing. This may involve tuning parameters that control how many processes can run concurrently.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the process from completing. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can release them.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Enterprise Search or HANA Search for more details on metadata handling and parallel processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.