How To Fix RSENQ061 - Hierarchy &1 is locked by terminated change run &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSENQ - Lock Manager

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Hierarchy &1 is locked by terminated change run &2

What causes this issue?

Change run with number &V2& has been terminated. It was started on &V3&
by &V4&.
The change run locks hierarchy &V1&.

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?

Restart the change run.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSENQ061 - Hierarchy &1 is locked by terminated change run &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSENQ061 indicates that a hierarchy (usually related to a data structure like a characteristic hierarchy in SAP BW) is locked due to a terminated change run. This typically occurs when a process that was supposed to update or change the hierarchy was interrupted or failed, leaving the hierarchy in a locked state.
  Cause:
  
  Terminated Change Run: The most common cause is that a change run (like a data load or update process) was terminated unexpectedly. This could be due to system errors, user intervention, or resource issues.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent concurrent changes to the same data. If a change run is terminated, the lock may not be released properly.
  Long-running Processes: Sometimes, long-running processes can lead to timeouts or other issues that cause the change run to terminate.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSENQ061 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks. Look for entries related to the hierarchy in question and the change run ID mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed (for example, from a terminated process), you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. Be cautious when doing this, as it may affect other users or processes.
  
  
  
  Check Change Run Status:
  
  Use transaction code RSCUSTV10 or RSCUSTV20 to check the status of the change run. If it is still running or in a failed state, you may need to take further action to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Restart the Change Run:
  
  After releasing the lock, you may need to restart the change run that was terminated. This can usually be done through the relevant data loading or hierarchy update transaction.
  
  
  
  Monitor for Recurrence:
  
  After resolving the issue, monitor the system for any further occurrences of the error. If it happens frequently, investigate the underlying cause, such as system performance or configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  RSCUSTV10 or RSCUSTV20: To check the status of change runs.
  RSA1: To access the Data Warehousing Workbench, where you can manage InfoObjects and hierarchies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been addressed in later updates.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data loading and hierarchy management in BW for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSENQ061 error and restore normal operation to your SAP system.