How To Fix CACS_WFC800 - Serious error: Cannot write application log!!!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_WFC - Workflow for Case

• Message number: 800

• Message text: Serious error: Cannot write application log!!!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_WFC800 - Serious error: Cannot write application log!!! ?

  The SAP error message CACS_WFC800: Serious error: Cannot write application log!!! typically indicates that there is an issue with the application log system in SAP. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes and potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  Log Table Issues: The application log tables (like BALDAT, BALHDR, etc.) may be full or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the application log.
  Database Issues: There may be database-related issues, such as a lack of space or connectivity problems.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to logging issues.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, there may be issues with the transport of logs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Log Tables:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the application log tables (BALDAT, BALHDR).
  Ensure that these tables are not full. If they are, you may need to delete old logs using transaction SLG1 or SLG2.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to write to the application log. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Database Space:
  
  Check the database for available space. If the database is full, you may need to free up space or increase the database size.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to application logging. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  Look for any system errors or dumps that may provide more context about the issue. Use transaction ST22 to check for dumps.
  
  
  
  Restart the Application:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the application or the SAP instance can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SLG2: Archive Application Log
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on application logging and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.