How To Fix PO679 - DB error updating administration data. l_rc = &4

PO679 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 679

• Message text: DB error updating administration data. l_rc = &4

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PO679 - Details

• The SAP error message PO679, which indicates a "DB error updating administration data" with a return code (l_rc) of &4, typically points to an issue with the database when trying to update or modify purchase order (PO) administration data. This error can arise from various underlying causes, and here are some common reasons, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the update from being completed.
  Database Integrity Issues: There may be integrity issues with the database, such as missing or corrupted data.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  Database Connection Problems: There could be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being written may not match the expected data types or constraints defined in the database schema.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like