How To Fix 1G020 - Database update in table &1 failed (line &4)


1G020 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: Database update in table &1 failed (line &4)

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  • What causes this issue?

    Condition &v3& could not be changed in the table. (SY-SUBRC: &v2&)

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G020 - Database update in table &1 failed (line &4) ?
    The SAP error message 1G020 indicates that a database update in a specific table has failed. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
    Causes:
    
    Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the update from being executed.
    Data Integrity Violations: The update may violate constraints such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
    Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary permissions to update the table.
    Database Connection Issues: There may be problems with the database connection, such as network issues or database server downtime.
    Incorrect Data: The data being written to the table may be in an incorrect format or not meet the expected criteria.
    System Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources, such as disk space or memory.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check for Locks: Use transaction

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