How To Fix MEPO881 - DB error enountered while executing XPRA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 881

• Message text: DB error enountered while executing XPRA

What causes this issue?

While executing the XPRA the system encountered an issue with the
database.

System Response

The processing of all or some tables per client was skipped. The
affected data was not migrated. An additional XPRA run will be required.
Within the log you will find information which clients and tables are
affected. You can expect normal system behavior for any client without
an error message.

How to fix this error?

This is a general error message raised whenever the XPRA runs into a
problem and the processing of one or more database tables was skipped.
It is always raised together with MEPO 882 which delivers detailed
information about the kind of the issue. Please perform the followings
steps:
1. Check the XPRA log. This message is always raised together with MEPO
882 which deliver more detailed information about the kind of the
issue. Please search the XPRA log for the related message. You will be
also able to find out which clients and tables are affected. For clients
which were migrated successfully you can expect normal system behavior.
2. Analyze the error message and take actions to solve the issue. If the
issue cannot be resolved please contact SAP support.
3. Execute the XPRA again. The program is designed to be executable
again. The migration of the data missed during the first XPRA run will
be repeated.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO881 - DB error enountered while executing XPRA ?

  The SAP error message MEPO881, which indicates a "DB error encountered while executing XPRA," typically occurs during the execution of an XPRA (a program for data migration or conversion) related to the Material Management (MM) module, particularly in the context of purchasing documents or related data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Database Issues: The error may arise due to issues with the database, such as:
  
  Corrupted database tables.
  Missing or inconsistent data in the database.
  Locking issues or deadlocks in the database.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the XPRA not being able to execute properly.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If the XPRA is being executed after an upgrade or patch, there may be compatibility issues with the database schema.
  
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the XPRA may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Database Logs: Review the database logs for any specific error messages that can provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Run Database Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to check for inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  Re-run the XPRA: Sometimes, simply re-running the XPRA can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the database tables that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the XPRA has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (to execute programs), SM21 (to check system logs), and ST22 (to check dumps).
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes related to MEPO881 or the specific XPRA you are executing.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your database before executing XPRA programs, as they can make significant changes to the data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the MEPO881 error encountered during the execution of an XPRA in SAP.