How To Fix J5116 - Client &, object &: active = &, transaction status = &

J5116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Client &, object &: active = &, transaction status = &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5116 - Client &, object &: active = &, transaction status = & ?

  The SAP error message J5116 typically indicates an issue related to the status of a specific object in the system, often in the context of a client or transaction. The message format suggests that it is providing details about the active status of an object and the transaction status, which can be critical for troubleshooting.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Object Status: The object in question may be in an active state that is not compatible with the transaction you are trying to perform. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The object is locked or in use by another process.
  The object is not in the expected state for the transaction (e.g., it may need to be released or completed before further actions can be taken).
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Issues: The error may also be related to client-specific settings or configurations that are preventing the transaction from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Transaction Status: The transaction status may indicate that it