How To Fix PRF_POWL_HANDLING005 - Modifying of Records from PRF_C_POWL_FC Failed with status &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_POWL_HANDLING - Powl related Error Handling Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Modifying of Records from PRF_C_POWL_FC Failed with status &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_POWL_HANDLING005 - Modifying of Records from PRF_C_POWL_FC Failed with status &1. ?

  The SAP error message PRF_POWL_HANDLING005 indicates that there was a failure in modifying records in the context of the POWL (Personal Object Worklist) framework, specifically from the function call PRF_C_POWL_FC. The status code &1 provides additional information about the nature of the failure.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the records in the POWL.
  Data Locking: The records being modified might be locked by another user or process, preventing the current transaction from making changes.
  Incorrect Data: The data being submitted for modification may not meet the required criteria or may contain invalid values.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or inconsistencies in the application logic.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the POWL framework, they might be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the modification. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the records being modified. If locks are found, coordinate with the users holding the locks to resolve the issue.
  Validate Input Data: Review the data being submitted for modification to ensure it meets all required criteria and does not contain any invalid values.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the failure.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the POWL framework to identify where the error is occurring.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  POWL Framework: The Personal Object Worklist (POWL) is a framework in SAP that allows users to manage their work items and tasks efficiently.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for further investigation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the error message PRF_POWL_HANDLING005.