How To Fix IUUC_CLOG_UI_VIEW018 - Cannot refresh change log; restart transaction and try again

IUUC_CLOG_UI_VIEW018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUUC_CLOG_UI_VIEW - SLT Change Log User Interface - Views

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Cannot refresh change log; restart transaction and try again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUUC_CLOG_UI_VIEW018 - Cannot refresh change log; restart transaction and try again ?

  The SAP error message "IUUC_CLOG_UI_VIEW018 Cannot refresh change log; restart transaction and try again" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change Data Capture (CDC) functionality, particularly when working with the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) replication server. This error indicates that there is an issue with refreshing the change log data, which is essential for tracking changes in the source system.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The change log table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the refresh operation from completing.
  Connection Problems: There may be issues with the connection to the database or the SLT server.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the change log data that prevent it from being refreshed.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues may lead to timeouts or failures in refreshing the change log.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SLT or related systems may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Restart the Transaction: As the error message