How To Fix 12855 - New data record (&1, &2, &3, &4) could not be added to T160M

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 855

• Message text: New data record (&1, &2, &3, &4) could not be added to T160M

What causes this issue?

You tried to add a data record to table T160M.
The system could not carry out this operation.

System Response

You have to subsequently create the data record. You can start this
report (RVBXPRA99A1) again or create the data record with transaction
SE16. The report does not have or require any report options.

How to fix this error?

Please check table T160M in the database before you start the report
again. Check whether table T160M can accept entries.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12855 - New data record (&1, &2, &3, &4) could not be added to T160M ?

  The SAP error message 12855 indicates that a new data record could not be added to the T160M table, which is related to the configuration of the SAP system, particularly in the area of customizing and maintaining the system's settings.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to add records to the T160M table.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being added may violate integrity constraints, such as duplicate entries or invalid values.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a problem with the configuration settings in the system that prevents new entries from being added.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue, such as a database lock or a problem with the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the T160M table. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Validate Data: Review the data you are trying to add. Ensure that it does not violate any constraints and that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the T160M table. Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Database Locks: Check if there are any locks on the database that might be preventing the addition of new records. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for further assistance. They may need to investigate deeper into the system's configuration or database.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T160M Table: This table is used for storing customizing settings related to various SAP applications. Understanding its structure and the data it holds can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SM30 (Table Maintenance) for managing and viewing table entries.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.