How To Fix /CFG/APPL_CFGENT029 - Update primary key failed.

/CFG/APPL_CFGENT029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/APPL_CFGENT -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Update primary key failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/APPL_CFGENT029 - Update primary key failed. ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/APPL_CFGENT029 Update primary key failed typically occurs in the context of configuration management, particularly when dealing with application configuration entities. This error indicates that there was an issue updating a primary key in the configuration database.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The primary key you are trying to update may be locked by another transaction or user.
  Data Integrity Violations: The update may violate data integrity constraints, such as foreign key constraints or unique constraints.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings or parameters being used in the update.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the update may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database table that might be preventing the update. If you find locks, you