How To Fix HRPA_ARCH142 - Database update of table &1 failed

HRPA_ARCH142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPA_ARCH -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Database update of table &1 failed

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HRPA_ARCH142 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPA_ARCH142, which indicates that the database update of a specific table failed, can arise from various causes. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the update from being completed.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being inserted or updated may violate constraints (e.g., primary key, foreign key, unique constraints).
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Data: The data being processed may be corrupted or in an unexpected format.
  Database Space Issues: The database may be out of space, preventing any new data from being written.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the table. If locks are found, you may