How To Fix S_DX_BAPI142 - The continuation of this run has already been started

S_DX_BAPI142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_DX_BAPI - Messages for MDTB Workbench (Mass Data Transfer Using BAPIs)

• Message number: 142

• Message text: The continuation of this run has already been started

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_DX_BAPI142 - The continuation of this run has already been started ?

  The SAP error message S_DX_BAPI142 ("The continuation of this run has already been started") typically occurs when there is an attempt to execute a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) that is already in progress or has been initiated previously. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a background job is already running or when a transaction is being executed multiple times simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The BAPI or transaction is being called multiple times concurrently, leading to conflicts.
  Background Job Already Running: A background job that uses the same BAPI is already in progress.
  Session Management Issues: There may be issues with session management, where the system does not recognize that the previous execution has completed.
  Locking Mechanism: The BAPI may have a locking mechanism that prevents it from being executed again until the previous execution is completed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Running Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check if there are any background