How To Fix 6G082 - Error occurred when backing up current structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6G - Messages for System Administration Assistant

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Error occurred when backing up current structure

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The current structure could not be backed up.

How to fix this error?

Using the system log, check the if there is a database error (disk
problems, ...).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6G082 - Error occurred when backing up current structure ?

  The SAP error message 6G082 ("Error occurred when backing up current structure") typically occurs during operations related to database structure changes, such as when you are trying to modify or upgrade the database schema. This error indicates that there was a problem while attempting to back up the current database structure before making changes.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to perform backup operations on the database.
  Database Locking Issues: There may be locks on the database that prevent the backup from being created.
  Disk Space Issues: The system may not have enough disk space to create the backup.
  Database Corruption: There could be underlying issues with the database that are causing the backup process to fail.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the database or SAP system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform backup operations. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in SAP.
  Free Up Disk Space: Verify that there is sufficient disk space available on the server where the database is hosted. If necessary, free up space or increase the storage capacity.
  Check for Locks: Use database management tools to check for any locks that may be preventing the backup. Resolve any locking issues before retrying the operation.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to identify any corruption or issues. Use database tools to repair any identified problems.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the database and SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly for backup operations.
  Consult Logs: Review the SAP application logs and database logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., HANA, Oracle, SQL Server) for guidance on backup operations and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation and resolution.