How To Fix SEPA101 - You cannot execute contradictory update requests

SEPA101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPA - SEPA Mandate: Messages

• Message number: 101

• Message text: You cannot execute contradictory update requests

What causes this issue?

A database transaction with update indicator '&V1&' has just been
initiated. However, prior to this a different database transaction was
also initiated having the opposite update indicator.

System Response

The system does not execute either of the database transactions started,
and terminates.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPA101 - You cannot execute contradictory update requests ?

  The SAP error message SEPA101, which states "You cannot execute contradictory update requests," typically occurs in the context of updating data in the SAP system, particularly when there are conflicting requests being processed simultaneously. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during batch processing, data uploads, or when multiple users are trying to update the same data record at the same time.
  Causes:
  
  Simultaneous Updates: Two or more processes are trying to update the same data record with conflicting information.
  Batch Jobs: If batch jobs are running that attempt to update the same records, they may conflict with each other.
  Locking Issues: The system may have locking mechanisms in place that prevent certain updates from being executed if they contradict each other.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system may have rules or constraints that prevent certain updates from being executed if they would lead to inconsistent data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Identify Conflicting Processes: Check for any other processes or