1I170 - Database error during saving of general data for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Database error during saving of general data for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I170 - Database error during saving of general data for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1I170 indicates a database error that occurred while trying to save general data for a company code. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the database connection, data integrity problems, or configuration issues.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being saved may violate database constraints, such as unique keys or foreign key relationships.
  Locking Issues: The record you are trying to save may be locked by another user or process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the SAP system that prevent the data from being saved correctly.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the save operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database server is up and running and that there are no network issues. You can test the connection using transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
  Review Data: Check the data you are trying to save for any inconsistencies or violations of database constraints. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the record is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked the record.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the company code and ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing settings in transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Database Logs: Review the database logs for any specific error messages that may provide more insight into the issue. This may require assistance from your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Performance: Sometimes, performance issues can lead to timeouts or other errors. Monitor system performance to ensure that it is operating within acceptable parameters.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.