How To Fix RSJOB008 - Enqueue failed (type &1, key &2)

RSJOB008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSJOB - Job scheduler related messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Enqueue failed (type &1, key &2)

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

RSJOB008 - Details

• The SAP error message RSJOB008, which states "Enqueue failed (type &1, key &2)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the enqueue mechanism in SAP. This error is related to the locking of objects in the system, which is essential for maintaining data integrity during concurrent processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Lock Conflicts: The most common cause of this error is that another process is holding a lock on the object that the job is trying to access. This can happen if multiple jobs or transactions are trying to access the same resource simultaneously.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can lead to delays in acquiring locks, resulting in enqueue failures.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the enqueue server or issues with the SAP instance can also lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as deadlocks or resource contention, can also cause enqueue failures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12