How To Fix EPS001 - Error (&1) whilst reading table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Error (&1) whilst reading table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS001 - Error (&1) whilst reading table &2 ?

  The SAP error message EPS001 typically indicates that there is an issue with reading a specific table in the SAP database. The error message format is usually as follows:
  EPS001 Error (&1) whilst reading table &2
  Where &1 represents the specific error code or message, and &2 represents the name of the table that is being accessed.
  Causes
  
  Database Issues: The database may be down, or there may be connectivity issues between the SAP application server and the database.
  Table Locking: The table may be locked by another process, preventing access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to read the specified table.
  Corrupted Data: There may be corruption in the table data or structure.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Database Status: Ensure that the database is up and running. You can check the database logs for any errors.
  Release Locks: If the table is locked, identify the process that is holding the lock and release it if possible. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Verify Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the table. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Check for Corruption: Use database tools to check for corruption in the table. Depending on the database system (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server), there are specific commands to check and repair tables.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the SAP system is correctly configured to connect to the database. Check the instance profile and database connection settings.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any logs you have collected.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for your specific version to understand any known issues related to the error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EPS001 error in your SAP system.