How To Fix 3G495 - Error during update of PCL1: XPRA is cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 495

• Message text: Error during update of PCL1: XPRA is cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G495 - Error during update of PCL1: XPRA is cancelled ?

  The SAP error message "3G495 Error during update of PCL1: XPRA is cancelled" typically occurs during the execution of an XPRA (eXtended Program Run) program, which is a type of background job used in SAP to perform data migrations or updates during system upgrades or changes. The error indicates that there was an issue while updating the PCL1 (Personnel Calculation Schema) table, and as a result, the XPRA process was canceled.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data being processed, which can lead to the XPRA being unable to complete its task.
  Lock Issues: The PCL1 table might be locked by another process, preventing the XPRA from updating it.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the XPRA may not have the necessary authorizations to perform updates on the PCL1 table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the XPRA from executing correctly.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) can lead to the cancellation of the XPRA.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the detailed logs of the XPRA execution to identify the specific cause of the error. You can find logs in transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) or SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data in the PCL1 table to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Release Locks: If the PCL1 table is locked, identify the locking process and release it. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the XPRA has the necessary authorizations to update the PCL1 table.
  Re-run the XPRA: After addressing the underlying issues, you can attempt to re-run the XPRA. This can often be done through transaction code SARA or directly from the upgrade or migration tool you are using.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources and ensure that there are sufficient resources available for the XPRA to execute successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available that address this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for XPRA processes and PCL1 updates to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are correctly set up.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.