How To Fix SHDI053 - Database error during copying. Copying operation terminated.

SHDI053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHDI - Texts Image archive Transaction variants

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Database error during copying. Copying operation terminated.

What causes this issue?

A database error occurred when copying the root directory.

System Response

The operation has been canceled.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the copy attempt. If the error occurrs again, contact your
system administrator.

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.

SHDI053 - Details

• The SAP error message SHDI053, which indicates a "Database error during copying" and that the "Copying operation terminated," typically occurs during operations that involve copying data, such as during the creation of a new database object or when copying data from one table to another. This error can arise due to various reasons, including database issues, configuration problems, or data inconsistencies.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database might be locked by another process, preventing the copying operation from completing.
  Insufficient Database Resources: There may not be enough space in the database or insufficient memory allocated for the operation.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being copied, such as foreign key violations or data type mismatches.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the database can lead to errors during data operations.
  Database Corruption: In rare cases, the database itself may be corrupted, leading to errors during operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: