How To Fix TU290 - Error saving; cannot update database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Error saving; cannot update database

What causes this issue?

When you saved, a function module was called up. The return code
indicates that the database update was not possible.

System Response

The data just created was not updated to the database.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU290 - Error saving; cannot update database ?

  The SAP error message TU290, which states "Error saving; cannot update database," typically indicates that there is an issue with saving data to the database. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database table may be locked by another transaction, preventing updates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the update.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being saved may violate constraints (e.g., primary key, foreign key, unique constraints).
  Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Insufficient Resources: The database may be running out of space or other resources, preventing updates.
  Application Logic Errors: There may be issues in the application logic that prevent the data from being saved correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes