How To Fix 5K219 - Error inserting new records into database table PA0077; old records lost

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Error inserting new records into database table PA0077; old records lost

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the new records where inserted in to database
table PA0077.

System Response

A data inconsistency is resulting from this error. Old records for the
employees with updates are deleted. The new records are not inserted
into the table.

How to fix this error?

Table PA0077 has to be recovered from the backup. Then the conversion
program must be performed again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K219 - Error inserting new records into database table PA0077; old records lost ?

  The SAP error message 5K219 indicates that there is an issue when trying to insert new records into the database table PA0077 (which is related to infotype 0077, typically used for "Additional Payments" in the SAP HR module). The message also suggests that old records may be lost, which can be concerning for data integrity.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing new records from being inserted.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being inserted, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to insert records into the table.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the database itself, such as corruption or configuration issues.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the PA0077 table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the record.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data being inserted meets all the requirements of the PA0077 table. Check for mandatory fields and correct data types.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the insert operation. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with the PA0077 table, review them for potential issues.
  Database Health Check: If the problem persists, consider performing a health check on the database. This may involve checking for corruption or configuration issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To check for database locks.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  SE11: To view the structure of the PA0077 table.
  
  
  Infotype 0077: Understand the purpose and fields of infotype 0077 to ensure correct data handling.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Always ensure to back up any critical data before making changes or performing operations that could affect the database.