How To Fix /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES017 - Error accessing database; table: &1, WHERE condition: &2

/PM0/3FD_MESSAGES017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error accessing database; table: &1, WHERE condition: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES017 - Error accessing database; table: &1, WHERE condition: &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES017 indicates that there is an issue accessing a database table, which is specified in the error message itself. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the table name and &2 for the WHERE condition that was used in the query.
  Causes
  
  Table Locking: The table may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing access.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the database connection, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Corrupted Data: There may be corruption in the database table or issues with the data integrity.
  Incorrect WHERE Condition: The WHERE condition specified may be incorrect or may not match any records in the table.
  Database Configuration: There may be configuration issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Table Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check