How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB026 - Error reading change documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Error reading change documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB026 - Error reading change documents ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB026 typically indicates an issue with reading change documents in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including database inconsistencies, issues with the change document configuration, or problems with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database tables that store change documents.
  Configuration Problems: The change document objects may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to read change documents.
  Transport Issues: If the change document objects were recently transported, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  System Performance: High load on the database or system performance issues can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the structure of the change document tables.
  Run database consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Change Document Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the change document objects are correctly