How To Fix NI061 - Error during '&' in database table & (internal error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NI - Document index processing

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Error during '&' in database table & (internal error)

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during the changing of database entries for
document index updating or document index processing.
The type of database change is &V1&. The database table concerned is
&V2&.
Possible reasons for error:

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 cause)
Program error (wrong type of database change (&V1&) chosen or the
entries to be saved ar inconsistent)

System Response

The database changes have not been effected.

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 NI061 - Error during '&' in database table & (internal error) ?

  The SAP error message NI061, which states "Error during '&' in database table & (internal error)," typically indicates that there is an issue with a database operation in SAP. This error can occur during various database operations such as reading, writing, or updating records in a database table. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another process, preventing the current operation from completing.
  Database Corruption: There may be corruption in the database table or index, leading to internal errors during operations.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the specified table.
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient memory or other system resources can lead to internal errors during database operations.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the database or SAP system can lead to errors during operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the database table. If locks are found, determine if they can be released.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database using transaction DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to identify and resolve any corruption issues.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You can check this using transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Monitor System Resources: Check system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) using transaction ST02 or ST03 to ensure that the system is not under heavy load.
  Check SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  Database Administration: If the issue persists, consult with your database administrator to check for any underlying database issues or to perform maintenance tasks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (Lock Entries), DB02 (Database Performance), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurred.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the NI061 error in your SAP system.