How To Fix SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS020 - An error occurred while calling KW (application log &1)

SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS - Messages Authoring Environment ABAP Web Dynpro

• Message number: 020

• Message text: An error occurred while calling KW (application log &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS020 - An error occurred while calling KW (application log &1) ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_AUTHORING_MESS020 indicates that there was an error while calling the Knowledge Warehouse (KW) during the authoring process. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP Web Dynpro applications or when using the SAP Business Application Studio.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or in the Knowledge Warehouse.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Knowledge Warehouse or perform the required actions.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the application server.
  Transport Issues: If the application or its components were recently transported, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Data Issues: Corrupted or missing data in the Knowledge Warehouse can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Application Log: Use transaction