How To Fix /SCMB/TMDL013 - Database update failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMDL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Database update failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMDL013 - Database update failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMDL013 Database update failed typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, particularly when dealing with the Transportation Management (TM) or related functionalities. This error indicates that there was a failure during a database update operation, which can be caused by various factors.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: Another transaction may be locking the database table that the update is trying to access.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being processed may violate database constraints (e.g., foreign key constraints, unique constraints).
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SCM module or related components.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database tables. If you find locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or resolve them if they are stale.
  Review Data: Ensure that the data being processed does not violate any database constraints. Check for duplicates or invalid entries.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the failure.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues between the application server and the database server.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), SLG1 (Application Log), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  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 taken to troubleshoot.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the SCM module to understand the specific functionalities and configurations that may be relevant to your scenario.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the /SCMB/TMDL013 Database update failed error and implement an appropriate solution.