How To Fix /GSINS/NLHC_MSG002 - The infotype data &1 could not be updated ( db table &2)

/GSINS/NLHC_MSG002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /GSINS/NLHC_MSG -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: The infotype data &1 could not be updated ( db table &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /GSINS/NLHC_MSG002 - The infotype data &1 could not be updated ( db table &2) ?

  The SAP error message /GSINS/NLHC_MSG002 indicates that there was an issue updating a specific infotype in the database table. This error typically arises in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or related modules where infotypes are used to store employee data.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the update from being completed.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing mandatory fields or invalid data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the specific infotype.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database or the SAP system itself, such as a connection issue or a corrupted table.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be causing the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following