How To Fix /SCWM/BWEX012 - Error during update of delta queue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BWEX -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error during update of delta queue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BWEX012 - Error during update of delta queue ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BWEX012 indicates that there was an issue during the update of the delta queue in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and its integration with SAP Business Warehouse (BW). This error typically arises when there are problems with the data extraction process from EWM to BW.
  Causes:
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that is being transferred from EWM to BW, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Delta Queue Issues: The delta queue may be locked or not properly configured, preventing the update from completing successfully.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as network problems, system performance issues, or database locks that are affecting the data transfer.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the data source or in the BW system can lead to this error.
  Missing Authorizations: The user or process attempting to update the delta queue may lack the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Delta Queue Status: Use transaction codes like SLG1 to check the application log for any related messages that can provide more context on the error.
  Reprocess Delta Queue: If the delta queue is locked or has failed, you may need to reprocess it. This can often be done through the transaction SMQ1 (for outbound queues) or SMQ2 (for inbound queues).
  Data Consistency Check: Verify the data in EWM to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing entries. You may need to run consistency checks or reports to identify issues.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in both EWM and BW to ensure that they are correctly set up for data extraction.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  Monitor System Performance: Check for any performance issues in the system that may be affecting the delta queue processing. This includes monitoring system resources and database performance.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1, SMQ1, SMQ2, and RSA1 for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for EWM and BW for detailed information on delta queue processing and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.