How To Fix S1446 - Internal error: problem during update

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Internal error: problem during update

What causes this issue?

The planning entry could not be updated. Perhaps the data structure
became corrupted.

System Response

No changes were made.

How to fix this error?

Exit from the calendar, reenter and try again. Report this problem to
SAP.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1446 - Internal error: problem during update ?

  The SAP error message S1446, which indicates an "Internal error: problem during update," typically arises during the execution of an update process in the SAP system. This error can be caused by various factors, including:
  Causes:
  
  Database Lock Issues: If there are locks on the database tables that the update process is trying to access, it can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: Inconsistent or corrupt data in the database can cause the update to fail.
  Program Errors: Bugs or issues in the ABAP code or the update program itself can lead to internal errors.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or other system resources can cause the update process to fail.
  Transport Issues: Problems with transport requests or issues during the import of changes can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and the developer trace files (transaction ST22) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Database Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for and release any locks that may be causing the issue.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the affected tables using transaction SE14 or other relevant tools to ensure data integrity.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the error occurs.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) using transaction ST06 or similar tools to ensure that the system is not under heavy load.
  Transport Management: If the error occurred during a transport, check the transport logs for errors and consider re-importing the transport request.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the S1446 error in your SAP system.