How To Fix 8B462 - An error occured while reading table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 462

• Message text: An error occured while reading table &

What causes this issue?

The mentioned table could not be read.

System Response

It is not possible to continue.

How to fix this error?

Please check if the table has been maintained properly and/or inform
your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B462 - An error occured while reading table & ?

  The SAP error message 8B462 indicates that there was an issue while reading a specific table in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Table Locking: The table may be locked by another process, preventing your transaction from accessing it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to read the specified table.
  Database Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database, such as corruption or connectivity issues.
  Transport Issues: If the table structure has been changed recently (e.g., through a transport), it may not be in sync with the application.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent it from being read correctly.
  System Performance: High load on the system can lead to timeouts or failures in reading tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the table. If you find locks that are not needed, you can release them.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Database Health Check: Check the database logs for any errors or issues. You may need to involve your database administrator to resolve any underlying database problems.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-import the transport.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction SE14 to check the consistency of the database table. You can also run a program to check for inconsistencies.
  System Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance using transaction ST22 (dump analysis) and SM21 (system log) to identify any performance-related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) for further investigation.
  Logs and Dumps: Review system logs and short dumps for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.