How To Fix STREX118 - Index is temporarily unavailable/locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STREX - Message for TREX ABAP Client

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Index is temporarily unavailable/locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STREX118 - Index is temporarily unavailable/locked ?

  The SAP error message STREX118, which states "Index is temporarily unavailable/locked," typically occurs when there is an issue with the indexing of data in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Index Locking: The index may be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes that are currently using it. This can happen during data updates, reorganization, or maintenance tasks.
  Background Jobs: A background job may be running that is currently processing or updating the index, causing it to be temporarily unavailable.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that are affecting the availability of the index.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to temporary unavailability of indexes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: Often, the simplest solution is to wait for a short period and then retry the operation. If the index is locked due to a background job, it may become available once the job completes.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be running and holding locks on the index. If you find a job that is taking too long, you may need to investigate further or terminate it if appropriate.
  Monitor Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the index. If you find locks that are not being released, you may need to analyze the situation further.
  Rebuild Index: If the index is corrupted or consistently causing issues, you may need to rebuild it. This can be done using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) depending on the type of index.
  Database Administration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your database administrator to check for any underlying database issues or to perform maintenance tasks.
  System Performance Tuning: If high system load is a recurring issue, consider performance tuning of the SAP system or the underlying database to improve overall responsiveness.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to STREX118.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on index management and performance tuning.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.