How To Fix POWL038 - Additional data read

POWL038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: POWL - Internal Messages used in generic personal object work list

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Additional data read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message POWL038 - Additional data read ?

  The SAP error message POWL038 ("Additional data read") typically occurs in the context of the SAP POWL (Personal Object Worklist) framework, which is used to display work items and tasks for users. This error message indicates that there was an issue retrieving additional data related to the work items displayed in the POWL.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Retrieval Issues: The error may arise due to problems in fetching additional data from the database. This could be due to performance issues, database locks, or missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the additional data required for the work items.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the POWL settings or the underlying data model that prevent the system from retrieving the required data.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the ABAP code or the data model used in the POWL.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user