How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1816 - Error during database operation on table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Error during database operation on table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1816 - Error during database operation on table &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1816 Error during database operation on table &1 typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to perform a database operation (such as an insert, update, or delete) on a specific database table. The &1 placeholder will be replaced with the name of the table that encountered the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the current operation from proceeding.
  Data Integrity Violations: The operation may violate constraints such as primary key, foreign key, or unique constraints.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action on the specified table.
  Database Corruption: There may be corruption in the database that is preventing the operation from completing successfully.
  Resource Limitations: The database may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, disk space) which can lead to failures in operations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the database or the SAP system that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other transaction to complete or manually release the lock if appropriate.
  Review Data: Check the data being inserted or updated to ensure it does not violate any constraints. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to view the table structure and constraints.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no corruption issues. This may involve running database-specific tools or commands.
  Monitor Resources: Check the database and server resources to ensure there are no limitations. You may need to increase resources or optimize the database.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for both the SAP system and the database to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or database administrator for further investigation and resolution.