How To Fix EP407 - Database could not read documents transferred

EP407 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EP - Messages for Posting Area

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Database could not read documents transferred

What causes this issue?

The documents transferred are not in the database, or cannot be read.

How to fix this error?

Check if the documents to be reversed exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EP407 - Database could not read documents transferred ?

  The SAP error message EP407, which states "Database could not read documents transferred," typically indicates an issue with the database connection or the integrity of the documents being processed. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection between the SAP application and the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Documents: The documents being transferred may be corrupted or not in the expected format, leading to read errors.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or process attempting to read the documents may not have the necessary permissions to access the database or the specific documents.
  Database Locking: The database may be locked due to another process, preventing access to the documents.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the database can lead to read errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Verify that the database is up and running and