How To Fix W+712 - SET process was terminated

W+712 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W+ -

• Message number: 712

• Message text: SET process was terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W+712 - SET process was terminated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  W+712 SET process was terminated
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message W+712 SET process was terminated typically occurs when the SET (SAP Enqueue Server) process unexpectedly terminates or crashes. The SET process is responsible for managing lock entries in the SAP system, ensuring data consistency by controlling access to shared resources.
  Common causes include:
  
  System resource issues: Insufficient memory or CPU resources causing the SET process to fail.
  Operating system problems: OS-level errors or abrupt termination signals.
  Corrupted lock table or enqueue work process: Internal inconsistencies or corruption in the lock management.
  Patch or kernel incompatibility: Mismatched or outdated SAP kernel or patches.
  Hardware failures: Disk or memory errors affecting the enqueue server.
  Manual termination: Accidental or intentional killing of the SET process at OS level.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the SAP system logs (SM21) and OS logs for any related errors or warnings around the time the SET process terminated.
  Look for memory or resource-related errors.
  
  
  
  Restart the Enqueue Server:
  
  Use transaction SM12