How To Fix S1591 - Could not get text of SQL statement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S1 - Statistik / SAP-Monitor

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Could not get text of SQL statement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S1591 - Could not get text of SQL statement ?

  The SAP error message S1591, "Could not get text of SQL statement," typically occurs when there is an issue with retrieving the SQL statement text from the database. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, which prevents SAP from retrieving the SQL statement.
  SQL Statement Not Found: The SQL statement may not exist in the database, or it may have been deleted or altered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the SQL statement or the database objects involved.
  Database Configuration: There may be configuration issues with the database that prevent the retrieval of SQL statements.
  Corrupted Database Objects: The database objects may be corrupted, leading to issues in fetching the SQL statement.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the connection to the database is active and functioning correctly. You can test the connection using transaction codes like DBACOCKPIT or DB02.
  Verify SQL Statement: Check if the SQL statement exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant database tables or views.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the SQL statement and the related database objects. You may need to consult with your security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  Database Configuration: Review the database configuration settings to ensure they are correct. This may involve checking the database logs for any errors or warnings.
  Check for Corruption: If you suspect that there may be corruption in the database objects, you may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE38 (ABAP Editor), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose the issue.
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.