How To Fix R3208 - System manipulation!!!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R3 - Service API messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: System manipulation!!!

What causes this issue?

Internal control tables have been changed manually in the system by
someone in your company. This leads to errors in all the connections to
other systems.

System Response

To prevent further manipulation of the tables, you are no longer able
to make changes in the system.

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP AG remote help-desk.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R3208 - System manipulation!!! ?

  The SAP error message R3208 "System manipulation!!!" typically indicates that there has been an unauthorized or unexpected change to the system, which could be due to various reasons such as data inconsistencies, incorrect configurations, or potential security issues.
  Causes:
  
  Unauthorized Changes: Someone may have made changes to the system that are not allowed or not properly documented.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the system is trying to process, leading to unexpected behavior.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to this error.
  Security Violations: The system may have detected a potential security breach or manipulation attempt.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction codes like SM21) to identify any unauthorized changes or errors that occurred before the message was triggered.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations and that no unauthorized changes have been made by users with elevated privileges.
  Data Consistency Checks: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify and correct any inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE11 or SE14.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings in the affected areas of the system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), SU53 (Authorization Check), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for similar issues and resolutions.
  System Security: Ensure that your system has proper security measures in place to prevent unauthorized access and changes.
  
  Always ensure that you have a backup of your data and configurations before making any changes to the system.