How To Fix IUUC_TAB218 - Read &1 rows from &2 in '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUUC_TAB - IUUC: Messages for table analysis

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Read &1 rows from &2 in '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUUC_TAB218 - Read &1 rows from &2 in '&3' ?

  The SAP error message IUUC_TAB218 typically indicates an issue related to the Data Transfer Process (DTP) in SAP, particularly when dealing with the extraction of data from a source system to a target system. The message format suggests that there was an attempt to read a certain number of rows from a specific table or data source, but it encountered an issue.
  Cause:
  
  Data Source Issues: The source system may not have the expected data or may be down.
  Configuration Problems: There could be misconfigurations in the DTP or the data source settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the DTP may not have the necessary authorizations to read from the source.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the source and target systems can lead to data read failures.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that prevent it from being read correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the source system is up and running and that the expected data is available.
  Review DTP Configuration: Ensure that the DTP is correctly configured, including the source and target settings.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in the source system.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the source and target systems to ensure there are no issues.
  Data Consistency Checks: Run consistency checks on the data in the source system to identify and resolve any corruption or inconsistencies.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor and manage DTPs.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IUUC_TAB218 or similar error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on DTPs and data extraction processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IUUC_TAB218 error effectively.