How To Fix KE465 - Error updating table &1: Key &2, data element &3, characteristic &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 465

• Message text: Error updating table &1: Key &2, data element &3, characteristic &4

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while table &V1& was being updated. The error occurred
with the following data record:
Key (&V1&-TABNAME and &V1&-LFNR2):
'&V2&'
Data part:
Field -KOMABNAME: '&V3&'
Field -CHARACNAME: '&V4&'

System Response

The XPRA cannot be completed.

How to fix this error?

Rule out that a database error occurred while table &V1& was being
updated, and execute the XPRA following the upgrade using transaction
SE38.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE465 - Error updating table &1: Key &2, data element &3, characteristic &4 ?

  The SAP error message KE465 typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module when there is an issue with updating a table related to cost accounting. The error message indicates that there is a problem with a specific key, data element, and characteristic when trying to update a particular table.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the specified table.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue, such as a database lock or a problem with the underlying database.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the controlling area or related settings may lead to this error.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may not be available or may be incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE465 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Verify the data being processed for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Ensure that all required master data is correctly defined and available.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update operation.
  If not, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Error Log:
  
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for detailed error logs that can provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the controlling area and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that all necessary settings for cost accounting are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Database Issues:
  
  If the error is related to database locks, you may need to check for any active locks using transaction SM12 and release them if necessary.
  If there are technical issues, consider consulting with your SAP Basis team to check the database health and performance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to replicate the process that caused the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for reports), KE21 (for actual postings), and others related to CO.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the CO module for best practices and guidelines on data management and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.