How To Fix FOXX050 - Request &1: Explosion not allowed after database error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOXX -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Request &1: Explosion not allowed after database error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOXX050 - Request &1: Explosion not allowed after database error ?

  The SAP error message FOXX050, which states "Request &1: Explosion not allowed after database error," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with configurable materials. This error indicates that there was a database error during the processing of a request, which prevents the system from performing a configuration explosion.
  Cause:
  
  
  Database Error: The primary cause of this error is a failure in the database operation. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Database connectivity issues.
  Locking issues where the required data is locked by another process.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the database.
  Missing or incorrect configuration data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If the configuration model is not set up correctly, it may lead to errors during the explosion process.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access certain data or perform specific operations can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues. You can check the database logs for any errors.
  
  
  Review Lock Entries: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries that might be preventing access to the required data. If necessary, you can delete the lock entries (with caution).
  
  
  Analyze the Configuration Model: Review the configuration model for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all dependencies and characteristics are correctly defined.
  
  
  Check for Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Review Application Logs: Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any related error messages that might provide more context about the database error.
  
  
  Reprocess the Request: If the issue was transient, you might be able to simply reprocess the request after addressing any underlying issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the root cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (for lock entries), SLG1 (for application logs), and SU53 (for authorization checks).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Variant Configuration and error handling for more insights.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional errors that might correlate with the time the FOXX050 error occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FOXX050 error in your SAP system.