How To Fix AUT140 - Database error during migration

AUT140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUT - Messages for Enhancement for Audit Trails

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Database error during migration

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUT140 - Database error during migration ?

  The SAP error message AUT140, which indicates a "Database error during migration," typically occurs during the process of migrating data or upgrading an SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying issues related to the database or the migration process itself. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: Problems with the connection between the SAP application server and the database can lead to this error.
  Database Locking: If the database is locked or if there are long-running transactions, it may prevent the migration process from completing successfully.
  Insufficient Database Resources: Lack of memory, disk space, or CPU resources on the database server can cause migration failures.
  Incompatible Database Version: The database version may not be compatible with the version of SAP you are trying to migrate to.
  Corrupted Data: Corrupted data in the database can lead to errors during migration.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system