How To Fix 8B390 - Position &1 in Table &2 is wrong

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 390

• Message text: Position &1 in Table &2 is wrong

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B390 - Position &1 in Table &2 is wrong ?

  The SAP error message 8B390 indicates that there is an issue with the position of a specific entry in a table. The message typically states: "Position &1 in Table &2 is wrong," where &1 represents the position number and &2 represents the name of the table.
  Cause:
  This error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Corruption: The data in the specified table may be corrupted or incorrectly formatted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate the expected structure or constraints of the table.
  Custom Modifications: If there have been custom developments or modifications to the standard SAP tables, it could lead to unexpected behavior.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings that affect the table's data integrity may be incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table Data: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the data in the specified table. Look for any anomalies or inconsistencies in the data at the specified position.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks for the affected table. You can use transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to check and repair inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments that interact with the table, review the code to ensure it is functioning correctly and not causing the issue.
  
  
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific table to understand its structure and constraints better.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11, SE16, SE14, ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Data Dictionary: Familiarize yourself with the data dictionary to understand the structure and relationships of the tables involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.