How To Fix EZ018 - &1 data records were updated in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 018

• Message text: &1 data records were updated in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ018 - &1 data records were updated in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message EZ018 indicates that a certain number of data records were updated in a specific table. This message is typically informational rather than an error, meaning it is not necessarily indicative of a problem but rather a notification of the number of records that were affected by a particular operation, such as an update or a batch job.
  Cause:
  
  The message EZ018 is generated when a database operation (like an update, insert, or delete) is performed on a table in the SAP system.
  The message format is usually: "EZ018 &1 data records were updated in table &2", where &1 represents the number of records affected, and &2 represents the name of the table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Since this message is informational, there is typically no action required unless you are expecting a different outcome (e.g., if you expected no records to be updated).
  If you are troubleshooting, you may want to:
  
  Check the logic of the program or transaction that triggered the update to ensure it is functioning as intended.
  Review the selection criteria or conditions used in the update operation to confirm they are correct.
  If the number of records updated is unexpected, investigate the data in the table to understand why the updates occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you might be using transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), or others to run reports or programs that could trigger this message.
  Debugging: If you need to debug the process that led to this message, you can use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and see how the records are being selected and updated.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or community forums for more specific guidance related to the program or transaction you are working with.
  
  In summary, EZ018 is an informational message indicating that a certain number of records were updated in a table, and it usually does not require any corrective action unless the outcome is not as expected.