How To Fix PRF_POWL_HANDLING053 - Insertion of New Mapping of Query type to Acion Failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRF_POWL_HANDLING - Powl related Error Handling Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Insertion of New Mapping of Query type to Acion Failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRF_POWL_HANDLING053 - Insertion of New Mapping of Query type to Acion Failed. ?

  The SAP error message PRF_POWL_HANDLING053 indicates that there was a failure in inserting a new mapping of a query type to an action in the POWL (Personal Object Worklist) framework. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration or data integrity related to the POWL settings.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The POWL configuration might not be set up correctly. This could include missing or incorrect entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action or to access the required data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying tables that the POWL is trying to access.
  Technical Errors: There could be a bug or technical issue in the SAP system that is causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the POWL configuration settings in transaction POWL or PFCG (for role-based access).
  Ensure that the query type and action mappings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Ensure that the user has access to the relevant POWL roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Check the underlying data in the relevant tables to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Use transaction SE11 to view the data dictionary and check the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to identify where the error is occurring.
  Look for any specific error messages in the system log (transaction SM21) or short dumps (transaction ST22) that might provide more context.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any steps taken to troubleshoot.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  POWL Framework: The POWL framework is used in SAP to create personalized worklists for users, allowing them to manage tasks and processes efficiently.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as POWL, PFCG, SU53, SE11, SM21, and ST22 for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to POWL configuration and management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PRF_POWL_HANDLING053 error message.