How To Fix EU104 - The database transaction could not be completed successfully.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 104

• Message text: The database transaction could not be completed successfully.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU104 - The database transaction could not be completed successfully. ?

  The SAP error message EU104, which states "The database transaction could not be completed successfully," typically indicates that there was an issue during a database operation, such as an insert, update, or delete action. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and addressing it often requires a systematic approach to identify and resolve the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: Another transaction may be holding a lock on the database object you are trying to access, preventing your transaction from completing.
  Data Integrity Violations: The operation may violate database constraints, such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be problems with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources, such as memory or disk space, which can prevent transactions from completing.
  Application Logic Errors: There may be issues in the application logic that lead to invalid data being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to check the system log) to identify if there are any locks on the database objects involved in your transaction.
  Review Data Constraints: Ensure that the data being processed does not violate any database constraints. Check for duplicate entries or invalid foreign key references.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Database Connection: Verify that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues. Check the database logs for any errors.
  Monitor Resource Usage: Check the database server for resource usage and ensure that it has sufficient memory and disk space. You may need to optimize the database or increase resources.
  Debug Application Logic: If the error is related to application logic, review the code or configuration that is triggering the transaction to identify any potential issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error EU104 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  Database Logs: If you have access, check the database logs for any errors or warnings that occurred around the time of the transaction failure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation and resolution.