How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS171 - Writing of deployment log failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Writing of deployment log failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS171 - Writing of deployment log failed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS171 indicates that there was a failure in writing the deployment log during the deployment process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database, such as connectivity problems, database locks, or insufficient space in the database tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deployment may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the deployment log.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system or in the deployment process can lead to this error.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as program errors or bugs in the APO system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Database Status:
  
  Ensure that the database is up and running without any issues.
  Check for any locks on the database tables that might prevent writing logs.
  Verify that there is sufficient space in the database for writing logs.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the deployment has the necessary authorizations to write to the deployment log.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Examine Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to deployment in the APO system.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Errors:
  
  Look into the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide more context.
  If you suspect a bug, check for SAP Notes or patches that might address the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Deployment:
  
  Sometimes, simply re-running the deployment process can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  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 relevant logs and system configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/SDP94 for deployment monitoring to gather more information about the deployment process.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO deployment processes to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.