How To Fix DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT035 - error updating e071

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT - message class for dynamic maint event proc

• Message number: 035

• Message text: error updating e071

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT035 - error updating e071 ?

  The SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT035 typically occurs during the process of updating the transport directory (specifically the E071 table) in the context of SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or related transport management activities. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with transport requests, inconsistencies in the transport directory, or problems with the underlying database.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may be locked, missing, or not properly configured.
  Database Issues: There could be inconsistencies or corruption in the database tables related to transport management.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to update the E071 table.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the transport management system can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: If the system is trying to access a remote transport directory, network issues could cause failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request is not locked. You can check this in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  If the request is locked, you may need to unlock it or resolve any issues preventing it from being processed.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the transport tables. You can use transaction SE14 to check and repair database inconsistencies.
  Ensure that the E071 table and related transport tables are not corrupted.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. Check roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Check the transport management configuration in transaction STMS. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the transport routes are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dump analysis (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that could provide more context.
  
  
  
  Restart Transport Management:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the transport management system or the SAP application server can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE09, SE10, STMS, SE14, SM21, ST22, PFCG
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to transport management and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management and the Data Migration Cockpit for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT035 error effectively.