How To Fix BT734 - Error when reading (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 734

• Message text: Error when reading (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT734 - Error when reading (&) ?

  The SAP error message BT734 typically indicates an issue related to the Business Transaction (BT) framework, specifically when the system encounters a problem while trying to read a business transaction or related data. The error message may include a specific object or transaction identifier, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or missing entries related to the business transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the business transaction.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the Business Transaction framework or related modules.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs after a transport, it could be due to missing objects or dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business transaction data. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the relevant modules to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking transaction codes like SPRO for configuration settings.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Apply Patches: If the issue is related to a known bug, check for any available SAP Notes or patches that address the problem.
  Transport Check: If the error occurred after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address the BT734 error specifically.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Business Transaction framework for any additional insights or troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.