How To Fix FRE312 - Error Reading Records from Table &1 or DB-Failure.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Error Reading Records from Table &1 or DB-Failure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE312 - Error Reading Records from Table &1 or DB-Failure. ?

  The SAP error message FRE312, which states "Error Reading Records from Table &1 or DB-Failure," typically indicates that there is an issue with reading data from a specific database table in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including database connectivity issues, table corruption, or problems with the underlying database system.
  Causes of FRE312 Error
  
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be a problem with the connection between the SAP application server and the database server, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  
  
  Table Corruption: The specific database table (&1) may be corrupted, which can prevent the system from reading records.
  
  
  Database Locking: The table may be locked by another process, preventing access to the records.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user or process attempting to read the table may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Database Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the database settings or parameters.
  
  
  Resource Limitations: The database server may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, disk space), leading to failures in reading records.
  
  
  Solutions to FRE312 Error
  
  
  Check Database Connectivity:
  
  Verify that the database server is up and running.
  Check network connectivity between the SAP application server and the database server.
  
  
  
  Review Database Logs:
  
  Look at the database logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate the cause of the failure.
  
  
  
  Check Table Integrity:
  
  Use database tools to check the integrity of the table in question. If corruption is found, you may need to restore from a backup or repair the table.
  
  
  
  Release Locks:
  
  If the table is locked, identify the process holding the lock and release it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  
  
  
  Monitor Resource Usage:
  
  Check the resource usage on the database server. If resources are low, consider optimizing queries, increasing resources, or performing maintenance tasks.
  
  
  
  Database Configuration:
  
  Review the database configuration settings to ensure they are optimal for your workload.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table structure and SE14 (Database Utility) to perform database-related operations.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  Backup and Recovery: Always ensure that you have a recent backup of your database before performing any repair or recovery operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FRE312 error in your SAP system.