How To Fix SUSR_CUA_TOOLS057 - Error when reading table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUSR_CUA_TOOLS - Additional Tools for Central User Administration

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Error when reading table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUSR_CUA_TOOLS057 - Error when reading table &1 ?

  The SAP error message SUSR_CUA_TOOLS057 typically indicates an issue related to the Central User Administration (CUA) in SAP systems. This error occurs when the system encounters a problem while trying to read a specific table, which is indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Table Locking: The table might be locked by another process, preventing the current operation from accessing it.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to read the specified table.
  Database Issues: There could be a problem with the database itself, such as corruption or connectivity issues.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the CUA setup or related settings may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, there may be issues with the transport of relevant objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SUSR_CUA_TOOLS057 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table Locking:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the table is locked. If it is, you may need to unlock it or wait for the process holding the lock to complete.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check the database for any issues. You can use transaction DB02 to monitor database performance and check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review CUA Configuration:
  
  Go through the CUA configuration settings in transaction SCUA to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12 (Lock Entries)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  DB02 (Database Performance)
  SCUA (CUA Administration)
  SM21 (System Log)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on Central User Administration and troubleshooting related errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the SUSR_CUA_TOOLS057 error.