How To Fix B1161 - Data in table & has been changed and logged in SYSLOG

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Data in table & has been changed and logged in SYSLOG

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1161 - Data in table & has been changed and logged in SYSLOG ?

  The SAP error message B1161 indicates that data in a specific table has been changed and logged in the system log (SYSLOG). This message typically arises in the context of data consistency checks or when there are issues related to data updates in the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Changes: The error usually occurs when there are changes made to the data in the specified table while a transaction is being processed. This can happen due to concurrent updates or modifications by different users or processes.
  Database Locking: If a record is being updated by one transaction and another transaction tries to access or modify the same record, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs or batch processes may update data in the table while a user is trying to access it, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the system or the application can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SYSLOG: Review