How To Fix GA708 - System error: When reading set & table &

GA708 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 708

• Message text: System error: When reading set & table &

What causes this issue?

A serious system error occurred during reading of the set.

System Response

The set could not be read.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA708 - System error: When reading set & table & ?

  The SAP error message GA708, which states "System error: When reading set & table &," typically indicates an issue related to the data retrieval process in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of reports, transactions, or when accessing specific data sets or tables.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data stored in the database tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified set or table.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to issues when trying to read data.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as connectivity issues or database corruption, can also trigger this error.
  Program Errors: Bugs or errors in the ABAP code or custom programs that access the data can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data