How To Fix MN162 - Database error during & of statistics records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Database error during & of statistics records

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the saving of the statistical data records for
"subsequent settlement" (end-of-period rebate settlement). The type of
database change is &V1&.
Possible reasons:

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

Database problem (most likely reason)
Program error (wrong type of database change (&V1&) chosen)

System Response

It was not possible to save the statistical data records.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN162 - Database error during & of statistics records ?

  The SAP error message MN162, which states "Database error during & of statistics records," typically occurs when there is an issue with the database while trying to process statistics records. This can happen during various operations, such as updating or retrieving statistics data.
  Causes:
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Database Locking: The database table may be locked by another process, preventing the current operation from completing.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be corruption or inconsistencies in the statistics records or related database tables.
  Insufficient Resources: The database server may be running low on resources (e.g., memory, disk space), leading to failures in processing requests.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the database can lead to errors during operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database server is up and running and that there are no network issues. You can test the connection from the SAP system to the database.
  Review Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant database tables. If locks are found, determine if they can be released safely.
  Check for Data Integrity: Run consistency checks on the database tables involved in the statistics records. You may need to use transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT for monitoring.
  Monitor Resources: Check the database server's resource usage (CPU, memory, disk space) to ensure it is not overloaded. If resources are low, consider optimizing the database or increasing resources.
  Review Configuration: Verify that the SAP system and database configurations are correct. This includes checking parameters related to statistics and database performance.
  Consult Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and database logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the issue.
  Restart Services: If the issue persists, consider restarting the database services or the SAP application server, as this can sometimes resolve transient issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and DB02 (Database Performance) for further investigation.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific database (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for additional troubleshooting steps related to database errors.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further analysis and resolution.