How To Fix RSMDP401 - Instruction &1 for table &2 failed (SUBRC = &3, DBCNT = &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMDP - Master Data Processing

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Instruction &1 for table &2 failed (SUBRC = &3, DBCNT = &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMDP401 - Instruction &1 for table &2 failed (SUBRC = &3, DBCNT = &4) ?

  The SAP error message RSMDP401 typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when dealing with the Data Warehousing component (BW). This error indicates that an instruction for a specific table has failed, and it provides details about the specific instruction, the table involved, and the return codes.
  Cause:
  The error message RSMDP401 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Transfer Issues: Problems during the data transfer process, such as network issues or interruptions.
  Database Constraints: Violations of database constraints, such as primary key or foreign key constraints, which prevent the data from being inserted or updated in the target table.
  Data Format Issues: Mismatches in data formats or types between the source and target systems.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user or process trying to perform the operation.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or other system resources that prevent the operation from completing successfully.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the DataSource or InfoPackage configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSMDP401 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Return Code (SUBRC): Analyze the return code provided in the error message. The SUBRC value can give you insights into the specific issue. For example, a SUBRC of 4 might indicate a data issue, while a SUBRC of 8 could indicate a database error.
  
  
  Review the Data: Check the data being processed for any inconsistencies or violations of constraints. Ensure that the data types and formats match the target table's structure.
  
  
  Check Database Logs: Look into the database logs for any errors or warnings that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the specified table.
  
  
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) to ensure that there are no limitations affecting the process.
  
  
  Reconfigure DataSource/InfoPackage: If there are configuration issues, review and correct the settings in the DataSource or InfoPackage.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: After addressing the potential issues, retry the data extraction or loading operation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor and manage your data flows.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSMDP401 for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Logs and Traces: Utilize transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to view logs related to the error for more detailed information.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the complete error message and any relevant logs.