How To Fix S_UNIFIED_CON_API161 - Workbench Error: Enqueued by User for customizing &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_UNIFIED_CON_API - Messages for API for Unified Connectivity

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Workbench Error: Enqueued by User for customizing &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API161 - Workbench Error: Enqueued by User for customizing &1 ?

  The SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API161 indicates that a workbench object is currently locked (or enqueued) by a user, which prevents other users from making changes to that object. This typically occurs in the context of customizing or development work in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Object Locking: The workbench object (like a table, program, or function module) is locked by another user who is currently editing or has made changes to it.
  Long-Running Transactions: A user may have left a transaction open for an extended period, causing the object to remain locked.
  Transport Requests: The object may be part of a transport request that is currently being processed or has not been released.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Lock:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the object. You can filter by the object name or the user who is locking it.
  Look for the user who has locked the object and the time it was locked.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you identify the user who has locked the object, contact them to see if they can release the lock by completing or canceling their transaction.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the user is unavailable or the lock is no longer needed, you can manually delete the lock entry in SM12. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the object is part of a transport request, ensure that the request is released and not in a state that would prevent changes.
  
  
  
  Wait and Retry:
  
  If the lock is temporary, you may simply need to wait until the user completes their work and the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SE03: To manage transport requests and check their status.
  SE80: To access the Object Navigator for development objects.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Encourage users to release locks when they are done with their work.
  Implement a policy for managing long-running transactions to avoid unnecessary locks.
  Regularly monitor and manage transport requests to ensure they are processed efficiently.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or support for further assistance.