How To Fix /PM0/ABT_BW053 - Error during reset of reminder table &1 (&2)

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABT_BW -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Error during reset of reminder table &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABT_BW053 - Error during reset of reminder table &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABT_BW053 Error during reset of reminder table &1 (&2) typically occurs in the context of the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) module, particularly when dealing with reminders or notifications related to maintenance tasks. This error indicates that there was an issue while trying to reset a reminder table, which could be due to various reasons.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The reminder table might be locked by another process or transaction, preventing the reset operation from completing.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data within the reminder table that is causing the reset to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the reset may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation on the reminder table.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration problems in the system that affect how reminders are managed or reset.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it might lead to timeouts or failures in executing the reset operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the reminder table. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for the other process to complete or manually release the lock if appropriate.
  Review Data Integrity: Check the data in the reminder table for any inconsistencies. You may need to run consistency checks or repair tools if corruption is suspected.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to reset the reminder table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to reminders in the PM module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  System Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance and check for any resource bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the reset operation during off-peak hours.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to investigate further.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the PM module for more details on managing reminders and notifications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.