How To Fix DU048 - Summarization and updating failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Summarization and updating failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DU048 - Summarization and updating failed ?

  The SAP error message DU048 indicates that there was a failure in the summarization and updating process, typically related to the data archiving or data management processes in SAP. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of data archiving jobs or when trying to summarize data in the database.
  Causes of DU048 Error
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the summarization process from completing successfully.
  Locking Issues: If the data being summarized is locked by another process, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the summarization or archiving process can lead to failures.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the summarization may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can also cause this error.
  
  Solutions to DU048 Error
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the job logs to identify any specific issues or messages that provide more context about the failure.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure there are no inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  Release Locks: If the data is locked, identify the process that is holding the lock and either wait for it to complete or terminate it if appropriate.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the summarization or archiving process to ensure they are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the summarization and updating tasks.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure it is functioning correctly and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Re-run the Job: After addressing any identified issues, try re-running the summarization or archiving job.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SARA (for archiving) or SARI (for data retrieval) to manage archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to data archiving and summarization for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.