How To Fix EDX036 - The message status cannot be updated in the database

EDX036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDX - EDX: Messages for EBPP connection to Billing Consolidation

• Message number: 036

• Message text: The message status cannot be updated in the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDX036 - The message status cannot be updated in the database ?

  The SAP error message EDX036, which states "The message status cannot be updated in the database," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Event Management or related modules where message processing is involved. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database table that holds the message status may be locked by another transaction, preventing updates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the message status in the database.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues with the data being processed, leading to a failure in updating the status.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database connection or issues with the application server.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Event Management or related modules may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes