How To Fix SM701 - & & records were read

SM701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SM - Address Definition/Administration

• Message number: 701

• Message text: & & records were read

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SM701 - & & records were read ?

  The SAP error message SM701 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the system's ability to read or process certain records. The message may appear in various contexts, often related to performance issues, database access, or system configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Locking: The error may occur if there are locks on the database records that prevent the system from reading them.
  Performance Issues: High load on the database or application server can lead to timeouts or failures in reading records.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the SAP system or database configuration can lead to issues in accessing records.
  Data Corruption: Corrupted data in the database can also lead to read errors.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to access the records can result in this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database records. If locks are found, they may need to be