How To Fix RSENQ062 - Attributes of characteristic &1 are locked by change run &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSENQ - Lock Manager

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Attributes of characteristic &1 are locked by change run &2

What causes this issue?

Change run with number &V2& is running currently. It was started on &V3&
by user &V4&.
The change run locks the attributes of characteristic &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?

Wait until the change run has finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSENQ062 - Attributes of characteristic &1 are locked by change run &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSENQ062 indicates that the attributes of a characteristic (denoted as &1) are currently locked by a change run (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there are ongoing processes that modify or update data, such as data loading or change runs.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Change Run: The most common cause of this error is that a change run is currently in progress, which locks the attributes of the characteristic to prevent inconsistencies during data updates.
  Data Loading: If data is being loaded into the InfoObject or if there are transformations that are being executed, the attributes may be locked.
  Concurrent Processes: Multiple users or processes trying to access or modify the same characteristic attributes simultaneously can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for the Change Run to Complete: The simplest solution is to wait until the change run that is locking the attributes has completed. You can monitor the status of the change run in the SAP BW system.
  Check for Active Processes: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check for any active jobs that might be locking the characteristic. If you find any jobs that are stuck or taking too long, you may need to investigate further.
  Terminate Long-Running Jobs: If a job is taking an unusually long time and is not progressing, you may consider terminating it (if appropriate) to release the lock. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Review Change Run Settings: If this error occurs frequently, review the settings and scheduling of your change runs to ensure they are optimized and not overlapping with other processes.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or to check for locks in the database.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and RSCUSTV10 (Change Run Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on change runs and data loading processes to better understand how locks are managed in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSENQ062 error effectively.