How To Fix S06846 - Deleting bad entry &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S06 - SAP Netweaver Workload Collector

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Deleting bad entry &1

What causes this issue?

The statistical data is written to a cluster table. There is only a
certain amount of space for data in each row of the cluster table. If
a table row does not provide sufficient space, continuation rows
are written in the cluster table. All of these rows have a sequence
number, starting at 0. Each row also contains a field that contains
the amount of data stored in the row. All rows except the last row
contain the maximum value (2886) in this field; only the length of
the last row can deviate.

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

A bad entry is a data record for which continuation rows are definitely
missing. This can be the first row or a continuation row further down.
Rows are missing, if the highest continuation row is not 1 smaller than
the number of rows that exists.
Example: the rows with the continuation row counters 0,2,3, and 4 exist.
The row with the continuation row counter 1 is missing. The highest
continuation row counter is 4, and the number of rows is also 4.
Therefore, the highest continuation row counter is not 1 smaller than
the number => a row is missing, and the data record is definitely bad.
Bad data records can no longer be read, and the data in them is lost.
An attempt to read this data inevitably leads to a short dump. Data
records of this type are to be deleted.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S06846 - Deleting bad entry &1 ?

  The SAP error message S06846, which states "Deleting bad entry &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with a specific entry in a table or data structure that SAP is trying to process. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data uploads, processing transactions, or executing reports.
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Data: The entry referenced by &1 may be corrupted or invalid, leading to the error when SAP attempts to access or manipulate it.
  Inconsistent Data: The entry might not meet the required data integrity constraints, such as foreign key relationships or data type mismatches.
  System Issues: There could be underlying issues with the database or application server that are causing data inconsistencies.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be causing the error by not handling certain data correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Entry: Check the specific entry referenced by &1 in the error message. This may involve looking at logs or debugging the process that triggered the error.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the relevant tables to ensure that it meets all integrity constraints. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the data.
  Delete or Correct the Entry: If the entry is indeed bad or corrupted, you may need to delete it or correct the data. This should be done with caution, ideally in a test environment first, to avoid further issues.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as SAP may have released fixes for known issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or documentation related to this error message. There may be specific recommendations or patches available.
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  Data Consistency Checks: Regularly perform data consistency checks in your SAP system to prevent such errors from occurring in the future.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before making any deletions or significant changes to the database.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the S06846 error effectively.