How To Fix PX066 - An error has occurred when importing table &1 to the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PX - HR-PA: Error messages for XPRAs

• Message number: 066

• Message text: An error has occurred when importing table &1 to the database

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred when inserting table &V1& to the database.

System Response

The conversion for client &V2& has been terminated. Changes to the
database have been reset.

How to fix this error?

Start the conversion report again after removing the cause of the
termination.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PX066 - An error has occurred when importing table &1 to the database ?

  The SAP error message PX066 indicates that there was an issue when trying to import a table into the database. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be problems with the connection between the SAP application server and the database.
  Table Structure Mismatch: The structure of the table in the SAP system may not match the structure expected by the database.
  Data Integrity Violations: There may be issues with the data being imported, such as primary key violations or foreign key constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the import may not have the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another process, preventing the import from completing.
  Corrupted Data: The data being imported may be corrupted or not formatted correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the connection to the database is stable and functioning correctly. You can test the connection using transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT or DB02.
  Verify Table Structure: Compare the table structure in the SAP system with the database schema to ensure they match. Use transaction SE11 to check the table definition.
  Review Data Integrity: Check the data being imported for any integrity violations. Ensure that all primary and foreign key constraints are satisfied.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the import operation. You can check this in transaction SU53 or SU01.
  Release Locks: If the table is locked, identify the process holding the lock and release it if appropriate. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data being imported is not corrupted and is in the correct format. You may need to clean or reformat the data before attempting the import again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and developer traces (transaction ST22) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.