How To Fix TA142 - ERROR: Read error in client: & table &

TA142 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TA - Extended table maintenance (eval., Customizing, client copy)

• Message number: 142

• Message text: ERROR: Read error in client: & table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA142 - ERROR: Read error in client: & table & ?

  The SAP error message TA142, which states "ERROR: Read error in client: & table &," typically indicates that there is an issue with reading data from a specific table in the specified client. This error can occur due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, issues with the database, or problems with the client configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be a problem with the underlying database, such as corruption or connectivity issues.
  Client-Specific Data: The error may arise if the data in the specified client is inconsistent or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to read the data from the specified table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Table Locking: The table may be locked by another process, preventing read access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Health: Use database tools to check for corruption or issues. If corruption is found, you