How To Fix 1F167 - Error during database update; all changes were revoked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Error during database update; all changes were revoked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F167 - Error during database update; all changes were revoked ?

  The SAP error message 1F167 indicates that there was an issue during a database update, and as a result, all changes made during that transaction were revoked. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for troubleshooting.
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock Issues: The database might be locked by another transaction, preventing the current transaction from completing.
  Data Consistency Violations: The data being updated may violate integrity constraints, such as foreign key constraints or unique constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (e.g., memory, disk space), causing the transaction to fail.
  Application Logic Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the application logic that lead to an invalid state during the update.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the update. If locks are found, they may need to be released.
  Review Data Integrity: Ensure that the data being updated adheres to all integrity constraints. Check for any violations that could cause the update to fail.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. This can be checked using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Database Connection: Verify that the connection to the database is stable and that the database server is operational. Check for any network issues that might be affecting connectivity.
  Monitor System Resources: Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor system performance and resource usage. If resources are low, consider optimizing the system or increasing resource allocation.
  Review Application Logs: Check the application logs for any error messages or stack traces that might provide more context about the failure. Use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) for further investigation.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.