How To Fix TW405 - DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Internal error in the TW_GET_TABLE_HANDLE function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Internal error in the TW_GET_TABLE_HANDLE function

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred in the specified function in the library
twdbacc.

System Response

The action was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Inform SAP of this error, and the actions that led to it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW405 - DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Internal error in the TW_GET_TABLE_HANDLE function ?

  The SAP error message TW405 DY-DB-ACCESS-ERROR: Internal error in the TW_GET_TABLE_HANDLE function typically indicates an issue related to database access within the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including database inconsistencies, issues with the database connection, or problems with the specific table being accessed.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Table Locking: The table being accessed might be locked by another process, preventing the current operation from completing.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database or the specific table that is being accessed.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system or the database that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no network issues affecting the connection.
  Release Table Locks: If the table is locked, identify the process that is holding the lock and release it if possible. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to identify and fix any corruption issues. This may involve using tools like DBACOCKPIT or specific database utilities.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 or SUIM.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Restart Services: If the issue persists, consider restarting the SAP application server or the database server, as this can sometimes resolve transient issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs and the context in which the error occurred.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of SAP, as there may be version-specific considerations or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the TW405 error in your SAP environment.