How To Fix RY135 - Start of term of first elementary trans. is before that of overall trans.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Start of term of first elementary trans. is before that of overall trans.

What causes this issue?

The terms of the leading elementary transaction (master FGET) are
central to the transaction selection process. However, in this case the
start of the term is <ZH>before</> the start of the validity of the
overall generic transaction. Note that the generic transaction will not
be selected in the evaluations for the period from the start of the term
of the master FGET to the validity date of the first version.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY135 - Start of term of first elementary trans. is before that of overall trans. ?

  The SAP error message RY135, which states "Start of term of first elementary transaction is before that of overall transaction," typically occurs in the context of transaction management in SAP, particularly when dealing with the execution of transactions that involve multiple steps or sub-transactions.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is a mismatch in the timing of transaction processing. Specifically, it indicates that the start time of the first elementary transaction (a single, indivisible unit of work) is earlier than the start time of the overall transaction. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Logic: The sequence of operations in the code may not be correctly defined, leading to an elementary transaction being initiated before the overall transaction has started.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, it can lead to timing issues.
  Error in Custom Code: If there is custom ABAP code involved, it may not be handling transaction boundaries correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Transaction Logic: Check the sequence of your transaction calls. Ensure that the overall transaction is properly initiated before any elementary transactions are started.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the SAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the timing issue occurs. Look for any asynchronous calls or incorrect transaction handling.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If you have custom ABAP code, review it for any logic that might be causing the issue. Ensure that all transaction boundaries are correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, thoroughly test the transaction to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Management in SAP: Understanding how SAP handles transactions, including commit and rollback mechanisms, can help in diagnosing issues related to transaction boundaries.
  Elementary Transactions: Familiarize yourself with the concept of elementary transactions in SAP, which are the basic units of work that cannot be broken down further.
  SAP Community and Forums: Engaging with the SAP community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.