How To Fix ISX_MD_COL013 - COMMIT WORK failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISX_MD_COL - Common Object Layer for master data replication

• Message number: 013

• Message text: COMMIT WORK failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISX_MD_COL013 - COMMIT WORK failed ?

  The SAP error message ISX_MD_COL013 "COMMIT WORK failed" typically indicates that there was an issue during the commit phase of a database transaction. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: Another transaction may be holding a lock on the database records that your transaction is trying to modify or commit.
  Database Constraints Violations: The commit may fail due to violations of database constraints, such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the commit operation.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues with the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as invalid data formats or types that cannot be committed to the database.
  System Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (e.g., memory, disk space), which can prevent successful commits.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the database tables involved. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other transactions to complete or resolve the locks.
  Review Database Constraints: Check the database constraints to ensure that the data being committed does not violate any rules. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to view the table definitions and constraints.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the commit operation. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no network issues. You can check the database logs for any connectivity errors.
  Validate Data: Review the data being processed to ensure it meets all required formats and types. You may need to implement additional validation checks in your code.
  Monitor System Resources: Check system resources to ensure that there are no limitations affecting the commit operation. You can use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor system performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or similar issues. SAP Notes often provide specific guidance or patches for known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.