How To Fix 5A161 - Essential relationship (DB update for 1000 not yet performed)

5A161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Essential relationship (DB update for 1000 not yet performed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A161 - Essential relationship (DB update for 1000 not yet performed) ?

  The SAP error message 5A161 ("Essential relationship (DB update for 1000 not yet performed)") typically occurs in the context of database updates and indicates that a required database update has not been completed for a specific object or transaction. This error is often related to the handling of essential relationships in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that relies on certain dependencies being established in the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incomplete Database Update: The error usually arises when a database update for a specific object (like a material, customer, or vendor) has not been executed successfully. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  A previous transaction was interrupted or failed.
  There are inconsistencies in the database.
  The system is in a state where it cannot complete the required updates.
  
  
  
  Missing Dependencies: The system may be trying to access or manipulate data that relies on other data being present or updated