How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS204 - Error while updating table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Error while updating table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS204 - Error while updating table &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_BASIS204 typically indicates an issue encountered while trying to update a specific table in the SAP system. This error is often related to the SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) or the SAP Logistics module, particularly in scenarios involving data consistency or integrity issues.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The table you are trying to update may be locked by another process or user, preventing the update from being completed.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate referential integrity constraints.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update on the specified table.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the table. If you find locks that are not needed, you can release them.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE11 or SE14 for database table checks.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the update has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs using transaction code SLG1 to gather more information about the error and its context.
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is stable and that there are no issues with the database server.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (for lock entries), SLG1 (for application logs), and SE11 (for data dictionary).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurred, any relevant logs, and the steps you have already taken to troubleshoot the issue.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP GTS or Logistics) for any additional troubleshooting steps or best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.