How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1142 - Error in buffer: update failed (&1, &2)

/SEHS/BA_MISC1142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Error in buffer: update failed (&1, &2)

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/SEHS/BA_MISC1142 - Details

• The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1142 Error in buffer: update failed (&1, &2) typically indicates that there was an issue with updating a buffer in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to data consistency or issues with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The error may arise if there are locks on the database that prevent the update from being completed.
  Data Consistency Problems: If the data being updated is inconsistent or violates integrity constraints, the update may fail.
  Buffer Overflow: If the buffer size is exceeded or if there are issues with the buffer management, it can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can also lead to update failures.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues can disrupt the communication between the application server and the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might