How To Fix RSDD085 - Some characteristics/hierarchies already locked in other change runs

RSDD085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Some characteristics/hierarchies already locked in other change runs

What causes this issue?

Multiple change runs have been canceled. From the parameterization of
the change run, it is not clear which of the canceled change runs needs
restarting.

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?

Start the canceled change runs from the change run monitor (transaction
RSDDCHANGERUNMONI) or parameterize the change run in the same way as one
of the canceled change runs.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD085 - Some characteristics/hierarchies already locked in other change runs ?

  The SAP error message RSDD085, which states "Some characteristics/hierarchies already locked in other change runs," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to perform a data load or make changes to InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other related structures while they are locked by another process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processes: The error usually arises when multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same characteristics or hierarchies simultaneously. This can happen during data loading, transformation, or when making changes to the data model.
  Long-Running Processes: If a previous data load or change run is taking longer than expected, it may lock the characteristics or hierarchies, preventing other processes from accessing them.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP BW uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. When a change run is initiated, it locks the relevant objects to prevent other processes from interfering.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Lock: Use transaction code SM12 to check for