How To Fix /SCMB/SPLR_LOG002 - Writing log entry failed; return value &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SPLR_LOG -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Writing log entry failed; return value &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SPLR_LOG002 - Writing log entry failed; return value &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SPLR_LOG002 Writing log entry failed; return value &1 typically indicates that there was an issue when the system attempted to write a log entry related to the Supply Chain Management (SCM) application, specifically in the context of the Supply Chain Logistics Execution (SPL) module.
  Cause:
  
  Database Issues: The error may arise due to problems with the database, such as connectivity issues, database locks, or insufficient permissions to write to the log table.
  Table Locking: If the log table is locked by another process, it may prevent the current process from writing to it.
  Insufficient Space: The database may be running out of space, preventing new entries from being written.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the log.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues within the SCM module that are causing the logging process to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Review Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the log table and resolve them if necessary.
  Check Database Space: Verify that there is sufficient space in the database. If space is low, consider archiving old data or increasing the database size.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to write to the log. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), SM12 (Lock Entries), SU53 (Authorization Check), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any logs you have reviewed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the error message.