How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI839 - ROLLBACK WORK encountered.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 839

• Message text: ROLLBACK WORK encountered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI839 - ROLLBACK WORK encountered. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI839 ROLLBACK WORK encountered typically indicates that a transaction in SAP has encountered an error that necessitated a rollback of the work that was being processed. This can happen for various reasons, including data inconsistencies, system errors, or issues with the underlying database.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: If the data being processed is inconsistent or violates business rules, the system may trigger a rollback.
  System Errors: Unexpected system errors, such as memory issues or connectivity problems, can lead to a rollback.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as deadlocks or timeouts, can also cause transactions to be rolled back.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the transaction can lead to a rollback.
  Custom Code Errors: If there are custom ABAP programs or enhancements that have bugs, they may cause the transaction to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Application Log: Use transaction SLG1 to check the application log for more details about the error. This can provide insights into what caused the rollback.
  Review the Transaction: Analyze the steps leading up to the error to identify any data inconsistencies or issues with the input.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the transaction to pinpoint where the error occurs.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no underlying issues affecting performance.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors that occurred around the same time as the rollback.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1 (Application Log), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue causing the rollback in your SAP system.