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How To Fix GT020 - No background requests found for lock objects


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GT - Database utilities

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: No background requests found for lock objects

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  • What causes this issue?

    Lock objects are not marked for background processing. There is no
    corresponding entry in the table TBATG.

    System Response

    No action is taken for lock objects.

    How to fix this error?

    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 GT020 - No background requests found for lock objects ?

    The SAP error message GT020 ("No background requests found for lock objects") typically occurs when there is an issue with the background processing of lock objects in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when trying to execute a transaction that requires background processing or when there are issues with the lock management in the system.

    Causes:

    1. No Background Jobs Running: The error may occur if there are no background jobs currently running that are associated with the lock objects.
    2. Lock Object Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the lock objects themselves, such as incorrect settings or missing definitions.
    3. System Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able to process background requests effectively.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the background jobs related to the lock objects.
    5. Transport Issues: If the lock objects are part of a transport request that has not been properly imported, this error may occur.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Background Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check if there are any background jobs running. If there are none, you may need to schedule a job that processes the relevant lock objects.
    2. Review Lock Object Configuration: Use transaction code SE11 to check the configuration of the lock objects. Ensure that they are correctly defined and activated.
    3. Monitor System Performance: Check system performance using transaction codes like ST22 (dump analysis) and SM50 (process overview) to identify any bottlenecks or issues that may be affecting background processing.
    4. Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the background jobs. You can use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
    5. Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that all relevant transports have been properly imported into the system. Use transaction code STMS to manage transport requests.
    6. Restart Background Processing: If the background processing is stuck, you may need to restart the background processing jobs or the entire SAP system as a last resort.

    Related Information:

    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
    • Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to lock objects and background processing for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
    • Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.

    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.

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