How To Fix 62420 - Database error: Insert/update table &, program &, return code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Database error: Insert/update table &, program &, return code &

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred when attempting to save a record in table &v1&.

System Response

Processing has been terminated.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62420 - Database error: Insert/update table &, program &, return code & ?

  The SAP error message 62420 typically indicates a database error that occurs during an attempt to insert or update a table. The message format includes placeholders for the specific table name, program name, and return code, which can provide more context about the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the insert/update operation.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being inserted or updated may violate constraints such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the insert/update operation on the specified table.
  Database Corruption: There may be corruption in the database that is preventing the operation from completing successfully.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources, such as disk space or memory, which can lead to errors during data manipulation.
  Incorrect Data Types: The data being inserted or updated may not match the expected data types for the table columns.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the table and resolve any conflicts.
  Review Data: Ensure that the data being inserted or updated adheres to all constraints and data types defined in the database schema.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the specified table.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to identify any corruption or issues. This may involve running database-specific tools or commands.
  Monitor Resources: Check the database server for resource usage and ensure that there is sufficient disk space and memory available.
  Consult Logs: Review the application and database logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM21 (System Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error 62420 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific database (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for additional troubleshooting steps related to database errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the underlying issue causing the SAP error message 62420.