How To Fix IWO_BAPI2128 - After SAVE method, COMMIT WORK or ROLLBACK WORK must be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI2 - Messages for the PS/CS BAPI Process Control

• Message number: 128

• Message text: After SAVE method, COMMIT WORK or ROLLBACK WORK must be executed

What causes this issue?

Function module BAPI_ALM_ORDER_MAINTAIN was called with the SAVE method.
Then the function module was called again without triggering update
first.

System Response

The system has terminated processing.

How to fix this error?

After the call of BAPI_ALM_ORDER_MAINTAIN with the SAVE method, the
update must be triggered or cancelled. A new call is not possible
beforehand.
The update can be executed by calling function module
BAPI_TRANSACTION_COMMIT. If you do not want the changes to be saved,
function module BAPI_TRANSACTION_ROLLBACK must be called.
If you want to update several calls of BAPI_ALM_ORDER_MAINTAIN together,
you can only use the SAVE method for the last call of
BAPI_ALM_ORDER_MAINTAIN. All other calls must use the DIALOG method.
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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI2128 - After SAVE method, COMMIT WORK or ROLLBACK WORK must be executed ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI2128 indicates that after executing a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) method, specifically in the context of creating or updating business objects, a COMMIT WORK or ROLLBACK WORK statement must be executed. This is a common requirement in SAP to ensure that database changes are either committed or rolled back based on the success or failure of the operation.
  Cause
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing COMMIT WORK or ROLLBACK WORK: After calling a BAPI that modifies data, you must explicitly commit the changes to the database. If this is not done, the system raises this error.
  
  
  Incorrect BAPI Usage: The BAPI might be used in a context where it expects a transaction to be completed, but the necessary commit or rollback is not performed.
  
  
  Error Handling: If an error occurs during the execution of the BAPI, and the error handling does not include a rollback, this message may be triggered.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you should ensure that you are correctly handling the transaction after calling the BAPI. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Add COMMIT WORK: After the BAPI call, ensure that you include a COMMIT WORK statement if the operation was successful. This will save the changes to the database.
  CALL FUNCTION 'BAPI_NAME'
    EXPORTING
      ...
    IMPORTING
      ...
    TABLES
      ...
    EXCEPTIONS
      ...
      OTHERS = 1.
  
  IF sy-subrc = 0.
    COMMIT WORK.
  ELSE.
    ROLLBACK WORK.
  ENDIF.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement proper error handling to ensure that if the BAPI call fails, a ROLLBACK WORK is executed to revert any changes.
  
  
  Check BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedure and handling any required post-processing.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  BAPI Transaction Management: Understand the transaction management in SAP, especially how BAPIs interact with the database.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for specific BAPIs or scenarios.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to trace the execution flow and identify where the commit or rollback is missing.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the IWO_BAPI2128 error and ensure that your BAPI calls are correctly managing database transactions.