How To Fix ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI004 - DB error: &1 operation for table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI - Message for ESH-BI Administration

• Message number: 004

• Message text: DB error: &1 operation for table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI004 - DB error: &1 operation for table &2 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ENG_ADMIN_BI004 typically indicates a database error related to an operation on a specific table. The message format suggests that it is a general error that can occur during various database operations, such as insert, update, delete, or select.
  Cause:
  The specific cause of this error can vary, but common reasons include:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the current operation from completing.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action on the specified table.
  Data Integrity Violations: The operation may violate constraints such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Data: The table may have corrupted data that is causing the operation to fail.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Database Locks: Use database administration tools to check if the table is locked by another transaction. If so, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or terminate the blocking transaction.
  
  
  Verify User Permissions: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary permissions to access and modify the specified table.
  
  
  Review Data Constraints: Check for any data integrity constraints that may be violated by the operation. Ensure that the data being inserted or updated complies with these constraints.
  
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Verify that the connection to the database is stable and that the database server is running without issues.
  
  
  Examine Logs: Look at the SAP application logs and database logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect data corruption, consider running consistency checks or repair operations on the database.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), or SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  Database Administration Tools: Depending on your database (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA), use the respective database management tools to investigate locks, permissions, and integrity issues.
  SAP Community: Consider checking the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation and resolution.