How To Fix COM_SE_SEARCH015 - Error During UPDATE: Table &1, Key = &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_SE_SEARCH - SES: End user messages -> Translate to maximum languages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Error During UPDATE: Table &1, Key = &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_SE_SEARCH015 - Error During UPDATE: Table &1, Key = &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message COM_SE_SEARCH015 indicates that there was an error during an update operation on a specific table. The message typically includes details about the table name and the key values that were involved in the operation. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the update from being completed.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate referential integrity constraints.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the update on the specified table.
  Technical Errors: There could be a technical issue such as a database connection problem or a system resource issue.
  Incorrect Key Values: The key values provided in the update may not correspond to any existing records in the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the table. If a lock is found, you may need to wait for the other transaction to complete or resolve the lock.
  Verify Data Integrity: Ensure that the data being updated does not violate any constraints. Check for foreign key relationships and ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the update has the necessary authorizations for the table in question. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check System Logs: Use transaction SM21 to review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify the root cause.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for further investigation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  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.