How To Fix M3695 - Error inserting in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 695

• Message text: Error inserting in table &

What causes this issue?

When saving material master data, the system attempts to insert a new
record in table &V1&. However, the table already contains a record at
this point.
There is an inconsistency in the data base. Possible reasons for this
are:
material master data has not been created with the transations defined
for this purpose
number range intervals have been used up

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSTVERW

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3695 - Error inserting in table & ?

  The SAP error message M3695 typically indicates an issue related to the insertion of data into a specific table, often related to material management or inventory management processes. The error message usually states something like "Error inserting in table &" where "&" represents the name of the table where the error occurred.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being inserted may violate constraints such as primary keys, foreign keys, or unique constraints.
  Missing Required Fields: Required fields in the table may not be populated, leading to insertion failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to insert data into the specified table.
  Database Locking: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the insertion of new records.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Validity: Ensure that the data being inserted meets all the constraints and requirements of the table. Validate that all required fields are filled and that there are no duplicate entries.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the insertion operation. If not, appropriate roles and permissions should be granted.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the table. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify the root cause.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Database Consistency: Ensure that the database is consistent and that there are no underlying issues with the database itself. This may require the assistance of a database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SM12 (Lock Entries) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the table in question. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the expected data structure and constraints.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.