How To Fix UR161 - Error condition when reading data

UR161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UR -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Error condition when reading data

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UR161 - Details

• The SAP error message UR161, which indicates "Error condition when reading data," typically arises during data retrieval operations in SAP systems. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during report execution, data extraction, or when accessing specific database tables.
  Causes of UR161 Error
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the database, which can lead to errors when the system attempts to read it.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or the specific transaction.
  
  
  Database Locking: The data being accessed might be locked by another transaction, preventing the current operation from reading it.
  
  
  Corrupted Data: There could be corruption in the database tables or indexes that are being accessed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or in the specific module being used can lead to this error.
  
  
  System Performance Issues: High load on the system or performance bottlenecks can