How To Fix S1309 - Partner & not reached (reading table &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Partner & not reached (reading table &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1309 - Partner & not reached (reading table &) ?

  The SAP error message S1309 "Partner & not reached (reading table &)" typically indicates that the system is unable to access or retrieve data related to a specific partner (such as a vendor, customer, or business partner) from the relevant database table. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The partner data may be inconsistent or incomplete in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the partner data.
  Table Locking: The table may be locked by another process, preventing access to the required data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the partner profile or settings that prevent the system from reaching the partner data.
  Network Issues: If the SAP system is trying to access data from a remote system, network issues could prevent the connection.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that the partner data exists and is complete in the relevant tables (e.g., KNA1 for customers, LFA1 for vendors).
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the data in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the partner data. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Table Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the table is locked by another user or process. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user holding the lock.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the partner profiles in transaction code WE20 (for IDocs) or other relevant configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the partner data is being accessed from a remote system, ensure that there are no network issues. You can test connectivity using ping or other network diagnostic tools.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16, SE11, SU53, SM12, SM21, WE20
  Tables: KNA1 (Customer Master), LFA1 (Vendor Master)
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to the error message S1309.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.