How To Fix RSENQ070 - Action is locked by time-change run &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSENQ - Lock Manager

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Action is locked by time-change run &1

What causes this issue?

Time-change run with number &V1& is running. This change run modifies
the key date of time-dependent hierarchies.
The time-change run was started on &V2& by user &V3&.

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 time-change run has finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSENQ070 - Action is locked by time-change run &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSENQ070 indicates that an action is locked due to a time-change run. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's background processing, particularly when dealing with time-dependent data or scheduling jobs that are affected by time changes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a time-change run is currently processing or has locked the relevant data, preventing other actions from being executed. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  A time-change run is scheduled to update or process data that is time-sensitive.
  Another job or transaction is trying to access the same data or resource that is currently locked by the time-change run.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSENQ070 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Time-Change Run:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any time-change runs that are currently active or have failed.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the time-change run is still processing, you may need to wait until it completes. Once it finishes, the lock should be released, and you can retry the action.
  
  
  
  Analyze Job Logs:
  
  If the time-change run has failed, check the job logs for any errors or issues that may have caused it to hang or terminate unexpectedly.
  
  
  
  Manual Intervention:
  
  If the time-change run is stuck and not completing, you may need to manually terminate the job. This can be done in transaction SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the option to cancel it. Be cautious with this step, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Scheduling:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, consider reviewing the scheduling of time-change runs and other background jobs to avoid conflicts. Ensure that they are not overlapping in a way that causes locks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific time-change run you are dealing with for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Monitor background jobs.
  SM21: Check system logs for any related errors.
  SE38: Execute reports or programs that may be related to the time-change run.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSENQ070 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Ensure that your system is performing optimally, as performance issues can sometimes lead to jobs taking longer than expected, causing locks.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSENQ070 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.