How To Fix VHURL120 - Posting error (table &1, sy-subrc &2, sy-dbcnt &3, plnd-display &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Posting error (table &1, sy-subrc &2, sy-dbcnt &3, plnd-display &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL120 - Posting error (table &1, sy-subrc &2, sy-dbcnt &3, plnd-display &4) ?

  The SAP error message VHURL120 indicates a posting error related to a specific table in the SAP system. The message provides details about the table involved, the return code (sy-subrc), the database count (sy-dbcnt), and a planned display (plnd-display). Here’s a breakdown of the components and potential solutions:
  Cause
  The error can occur due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data being posted, such as missing mandatory fields, incorrect data types, or data that violates business rules.
  Database Locking: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the current transaction from posting data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the posting operation.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the related modules that affect the posting process.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the VHURL120 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Error Details: Analyze the values of sy-subrc, sy-dbcnt, and plnd-display to get more context about the error. 
  
  sy-subrc indicates the return code of the last operation (0 usually means success).
  sy-dbcnt shows the number of records affected by the last database operation.
  plnd-display may provide additional information about the planned display or transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Data: Ensure that the data being posted is complete and adheres to the required formats and business rules. Check for any missing mandatory fields.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the relevant table. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other transaction to complete or resolve the lock.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the module or process you are working with. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional insights.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation, especially if it appears to be a system or database issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or process you are working with for additional guidance on error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VHURL120 posting error effectively.