How To Fix PK856 - Posting DDIC informtaion to Table PKPS unsuccessful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Posting DDIC informtaion to Table PKPS unsuccessful

What causes this issue?

Table PKPS is to be converted. For this purpose, the system should
update changed DDIC information in the database. However, this was not
carried out successfully.

System Response

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

The program had to be terminated. If the program is not repeated again
successfully, then you will not be able to use Kanban.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, repeat the program. If the program terminates again,
please inform SAP.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK856 - Posting DDIC informtaion to Table PKPS unsuccessful ?

  The SAP error message PK856, which states "Posting DDIC information to Table PKPS unsuccessful," typically occurs in the context of the Production Planning (PP) module when there is an issue with the posting of data to the database table PKPS (which stores information related to production orders).
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post data to the PKPS table.
  Database Lock: There may be a lock on the database table that prevents the posting from being completed.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being posted, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the PKPS table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has the lock.
  Review Data: Check the data being posted for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Check System Logs: Use transaction codes SLG1 (Application Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any related error messages or dumps that could provide more context on the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your technical support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant code to see where the error occurs and gather more information.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to check locks), SLG1 (to view application logs), and ST22 (to analyze dumps).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Production Planning module and the PKPS table for more context on the data being posted.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.