How To Fix BF00304 - System error: Error inserting &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 304

• Message text: System error: Error inserting &

What causes this issue?

The attempt to add a record to table &V1& has not succeeded.

System Response

The record was not added to the table.

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP to determine whether there is a program error or whether
the database table space possibly needs to enlarged.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00304 - System error: Error inserting & ?

  The SAP error message BF00304 typically indicates a system error that occurs during an attempt to insert data into a database table. This error can arise from various underlying issues, including database constraints, data integrity violations, or system configuration problems.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Constraints: The data being inserted may violate primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints in the database.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the fields being inserted may not match the expected types in the database schema.
  Missing Required Fields: Required fields in the database table may not be populated in the insert statement.
  Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the insert operation from completing.
  Database Corruption: There may be corruption in the database that is preventing the insert operation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the insert operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Constraints: Review the database schema to ensure that the data being inserted does not violate any constraints. Make sure that all required fields are populated and that there are no duplicate entries for unique fields.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the values being inserted match the expected data types in the database.
  Review Locking: Check if the table is locked by another transaction. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the insert has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to identify any potential corruption or issues. This may involve running database-specific tools or commands.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the database table and related function modules.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.