How To Fix PRF_CNTRL_MSG074 - Multi entry data update failed for table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_CNTRL_MSG - Message Class for control messages of PRF

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Multi entry data update failed for table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG074 - Multi entry data update failed for table &1 ?

  The SAP error message PRF_CNTRL_MSG074 indicates that a multi-entry data update has failed for a specific table, denoted by &1. This error typically occurs during data processing operations, such as when trying to update or insert multiple records into a database table in a single transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being inserted or updated may violate integrity constraints, such as primary key or foreign key constraints.
  Lock Conflicts: Another transaction may be locking the table or specific rows, preventing the update from completing.
  Data Type Mismatches: The data types of the values being inserted may not match the expected data types in the database table.
  Missing Required Fields: Required fields in the table may not be populated in the data being processed.
  Batch Size Limitations: If the update is part of a batch process, the batch size may exceed the limits set in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the update may not have the necessary permissions to modify the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the data being processed to ensure it adheres to all integrity constraints. Validate that primary and foreign keys are correctly set.
  Resolve Lock Conflicts: Use transaction monitoring tools (like SM12) to check for locks on the table and resolve any conflicts.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the values being inserted or updated match the definitions in the database schema.
  Populate Required Fields: Make sure that all required fields in the table are being populated with valid data.
  Adjust Batch Size: If applicable, reduce the batch size of the update operation to ensure it does not exceed system limits.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update on the specified table.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or SM37 (Job Monitoring) to investigate the issue further.
  Logs and Traces: Check application logs (SLG1) or short dumps (ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further analysis and resolution.