How To Fix 15701 - Warning: Error in update request; update key = &2

15701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 15 - Update message

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Warning: Error in update request; update key = &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 15701 - Warning: Error in update request; update key = &2 ?

  The SAP error message 15701, which states "Warning: Error in update request; update key = &2," typically indicates that there was an issue with an update request in the SAP system. This error can occur in various scenarios, often related to database updates or changes that are not processed correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The update request may fail due to database locks that prevent the update from being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the update may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Data Consistency Errors: There may be inconsistencies in the data being updated, leading to a failure in the update process.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in processing update requests.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can also lead to update request failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Update Logs: Review the update logs (transaction SM13) to identify the specific update request that