How To Fix /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT091 - Writing changes to database failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Writing changes to database failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT091 - Writing changes to database failed ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/DATA_CHG_MGMT091 Writing changes to database failed typically indicates that there was an issue when the system attempted to write changes to the database. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data updates, inserts, or deletes. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the current transaction from writing changes.
  Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the write operation.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being written may violate constraints (e.g., primary key, foreign key, unique constraints) defined in the database.
  Database Space Issues: The database may be out of space, preventing any new data from being written.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the SAP system or the database settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database tables. If locks are found, you may need to wait for them to be released or manually unlock them if appropriate.
  Verify Database Connection: Ensure that the database server is up and running and that there are no network issues affecting the connection.
  Review User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the operation.
  Check Data Integrity: Review the data being written to ensure it complies with all database constraints. You may need to correct any data issues before retrying the operation.
  Monitor Database Space: Check the available space in the database. If the database is full, you may need to free up space or increase the database size.
  Review System Logs: Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (for locks), SM21 (system log), SLG1 (application log), and DB02 (database performance and space).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data change management and database operations for more insights into best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.