How To Fix INV016 - Error in changing table &1 &2 &3 &4

INV016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INV - Check for Bill Receipt

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error in changing table &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

A error reported by the database system occurred when changing one or
more table entries.

System Response

The system does not change the table entry or entries.
An SAP short dump may have been written by the SAP basis system.

How to fix this error?

Determine wheter the SAP short dump provided additional information.
You use transaction <DS:TRAN.SM21>SM21</> to display short dumps.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INV016 - Error in changing table &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message INV016, which states "Error in changing table &1 &2 &3 &4," typically occurs during operations that involve modifying or updating data in a specific table within the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Locking Issues: The table you are trying to change may be locked by another user or process, preventing your transaction from proceeding.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the specified table.
  Data Integrity Violations: The changes being made may violate data integrity constraints, such as foreign key constraints or unique constraints.
  Technical Errors: There may be a technical issue, such as a problem with the database connection or a bug in the SAP application.
  Incorrect Table Name or Parameters: The parameters or table names specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not exist