How To Fix FMSHERLOCK038 - Error in database: Entry could not be created

FMSHERLOCK038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMSHERLOCK -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Error in database: Entry could not be created

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the creation of a new database entry in the
table FMSherlock.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Open an OSS message under the component PSM-FM-PO-CA.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FMSHERLOCK038 - Details

• The SAP error message FMSHERLOCK038: Error in database: Entry could not be created typically indicates that there is an issue with creating a new entry in the database. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation of a financial document, master data, or other transactional entries.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Constraints: The entry you are trying to create may violate database constraints, such as unique keys, foreign keys, or other integrity constraints.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create entries in the database.
  Data Validation Errors: The data being entered may not meet the required format or validation rules set in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks, connectivity problems, or issues with the database itself.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Input: Review the data you are trying to enter for any