How To Fix ESH_TST_SMK_MSG067 - Error when writing the change pointer

ESH_TST_SMK_MSG067 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_TST_SMK_MSG - Smoke Test

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Error when writing the change pointer

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ESH_TST_SMK_MSG067 - Details

• The SAP error message ESH_TST_SMK_MSG067 typically indicates an issue related to the change pointer mechanism in SAP, which is used for tracking changes in data. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data replication or when trying to write changes to the change pointer table.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, which can lead to failures when trying to write to the change pointer table.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the change pointer settings or related settings in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to write to the change pointer may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks, corruption, or connectivity issues, can also trigger this error.
  
  
  System Performance: High load on the system or performance issues can lead to timeouts