How To Fix INM003 - Error while processing database during the COMMIT process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INM - Message Class for Innovation Management

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error while processing database during the COMMIT process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INM003 - Error while processing database during the COMMIT process ?

  The SAP error message INM003, which indicates "Error while processing database during the COMMIT process," typically arises during database operations when there is an issue with committing changes to the database. This can be due to various reasons, including database locks, integrity constraints, or issues with the database connection.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking: Another transaction may be holding a lock on the database object you are trying to modify, preventing your transaction from completing.
  Integrity Constraints: The data being committed may violate integrity constraints (e.g., foreign key constraints, unique constraints).
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server unavailability.
  Insufficient Resources: The database server may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, disk space).
  Transaction Log Issues: If the transaction log is full or there are issues with the log file, it can prevent commits from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect database configuration settings can lead to commit failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the database objects. If you find locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or resolve them if they are stale.
  Review Integrity Constraints: Check the data being committed to ensure it does not violate any integrity constraints. You may need to adjust the data or the database schema.
  Database Connection: Verify the connection to the database. Check for any network issues or database server status.
  Monitor Resources: Check the database server for resource usage. Ensure that there is enough memory, disk space, and that the transaction log is not full.
  Transaction Log Management: If the transaction log is full, consider backing it up or increasing its size, depending on your database management system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the database configuration settings are correct and optimized for your workload.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Management: Understanding how transactions work in SAP and the underlying database can help in diagnosing issues.
  Database Administration: Familiarity with the database management system (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) can provide insights into specific error messages and logs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the INM003 error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your database administrator or SAP support for further investigation.