How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH136 - Error updating item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Error updating item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH136 - Error updating item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH136 Error updating item &1 typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to update a specific item in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of documents, transactions, or data updates in SAP.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The item being updated may have data integrity issues, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Locking Issues: The item may be locked by another user or process, preventing the update from being completed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to update the item.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the system that are preventing the update.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they may be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify that all required fields for the item are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the data.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check if the item is locked by another user or process. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has the lock.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there were any authorization failures.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the item type being updated. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements, consider debugging the code to identify any issues that may be causing the error.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.