How To Fix WI132 - Temporary error occurred in &2->&1 (for example, enqueue)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WI - BPT Workflow: Messages from Info System

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Temporary error occurred in &2->&1 (for example, enqueue)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WI132 - Temporary error occurred in &2->&1 (for example, enqueue) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WI132 Temporary error occurred in &2->&1
  
  (e.g., enqueue)
  
  1. Cause
  The message WI132 indicates that a temporary error occurred during a workflow step or operation, specifically in the component or function module referenced by the placeholders &2 and &1. For example, if the message says:
  WI132 Temporary error occurred in enqueue->function_name
  it means that the workflow runtime tried to execute a function module or operation (like enqueue) but encountered a temporary problem.
  Common causes include:
  
  Lock contention or enqueue errors: The enqueue function is related to SAP lock management. If a lock cannot be obtained because another process holds it, a temporary error occurs.
  Database or communication issues: Temporary network or database problems can cause function calls to fail.
  System resource constraints: High system load or resource unavailability can cause temporary failures.
  Transient runtime errors: Such as timeouts, short-term deadlocks, or temporary unavailability of a service.
  
  
  2. Solution
  Since the error is temporary, the usual approach is:
  
  Automatic or manual restart: The workflow or process should be retried after some time. Often, SAP workflow runtime automatically retries the step.
  Check lock entries: Use transaction SM12 to check for and clear stale or blocking locks if enqueue errors persist.
  Check system logs: Use SM21, ST22 (dump analysis), and SM13 (update errors) to identify underlying issues.
  Check enqueue server status: Use SM12 and SMENQ to monitor enqueue server and locks.
  Monitor system resources: Check CPU, memory, and database performance to ensure no resource bottlenecks.
  Check network and database connectivity: Ensure stable connections.
  Apply SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific function module or enqueue errors.
  
  If the error persists and is reproducible, deeper analysis is needed, possibly involving SAP Support.
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: Display and manage lock entries.
  SM21: System log.
  ST22: ABAP runtime error analysis.
  SM13: Update request monitor.
  SMENQ: Enqueue monitor (depending on SAP version).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WI132, enqueue errors, or the specific function module mentioned in the error.
  
  
  Workflow Context:
  
  This error is often seen in SAP Workflow when a step cannot be completed due to temporary system issues.
  
  
  Enqueue Function:
  
  The enqueue function manages logical locks in SAP to prevent data inconsistencies. Temporary errors here usually mean a lock could not be obtained or released.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
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  Error
  WI132 Temporary error occurred in &2->&1 (e.g., enqueue)
  
  
  Cause
  Temporary failure in workflow step, often due to lock contention, system load, or network/database issues
  
  
  Solution
  Retry the operation, check and clear locks (SM12), monitor system logs and resources, ensure enqueue server is running, apply SAP Notes
  
  
  Related TCodes
  SM12, SM21, ST22, SM13, SMENQ
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact text of the error message (with the actual function/module names), I can help you with more specific guidance.