Error
Error Code:
142
SAP S/4HANA Error 142: Concurrent Transaction Limit Exceeded
Description
This error indicates that the SAP S/4HANA system has reached its configured limit for the number of simultaneous transactions it can process. It typically occurs during periods of high system load or when an application attempts to initiate more transactions than allowed by the system's current capacity settings.
Error Message
ERR_TX_EXCEED_MAX_TX_NUM
Known Causes
3 known causesHigh System Load
During peak business hours or intense data processing, the number of active users and background processes can exceed the system's configured capacity for concurrent transactions.
System Parameter Misconfiguration
The maximum number of concurrent transactions might be set too low in the SAP S/4HANA system profile parameters relative to the current operational demands.
Inefficient Application Design
Poorly designed custom applications or reports can open too many parallel database connections or transactions, consuming resources excessively and hitting the limit.
Solutions
Coming SoonGeneral Troubleshooting Tips
- Check the error message carefully for specific details
- Review recent changes that might have caused the error
- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
- Check log files for additional context
- Try restarting the application or service