How To Fix IR129 - Database update failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Database update failed

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the database was updated.
The database should be updated synchronously or you should wait until
the asynchronous update of the database is complete. The error was
recognized by the active program.

System Response

The update of the database will have been canceled automatically, if
necessary. The database is therefore still in a consistent condition.
The active program was terminated for safety reasons.

How to fix this error?

Ask your system administration to examine the error.

Procedure for System Administrators

This message normally triggers a runtime error (MESSAGE X... -> Dump).
In this case, the contents of the main memory are still available and
can be analyzed using the debugger.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR129 - Database update failed ?

  The SAP error message IR129, which indicates that a "Database update failed," can occur in various contexts within the SAP system, particularly during the execution of transactions that involve database updates. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database might be locked by another transaction, preventing the current transaction from updating the database.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being processed may violate database constraints, such as primary key or foreign key constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the database update.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Transaction Rollback: If a previous step in the transaction failed and caused a rollback, subsequent updates may also fail.
  System Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources, such as disk space or memory.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) and SM21 (to check the system log) to identify if there are any locks on the database that are causing the issue.
  Review Data: Ensure that the data being processed does not violate any database constraints. Check for duplicates or invalid entries.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. This can be done through transaction SU53 (to check authorization failures).
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues. Check the database logs for any errors.
  Transaction Logs: Review the transaction logs to identify any previous errors that may have caused a rollback.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor the database for resource usage and ensure that there is sufficient disk space and memory available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific scenarios related to error IR129.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (to check job logs), ST22 (for dump analysis), and SLG1 (for application log) to gather more information about the error.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context for the failure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.