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Message type: E = Error
Message class: VA - Output for CAS Sales Activities
Message number: 171
Message text: No log exists
There is no log for the set operations.
Either a set operation has not been carried out or the logs for the set
operations have been deleted by another user.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
VA171
- No log exists ?The SAP error message "VA171 No log exists" typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, particularly when trying to access logs related to sales order documents or when attempting to perform certain actions that require a log to be present.
Cause:
- No Previous Processing: The error usually indicates that there is no log available for the operation you are trying to perform. This can happen if the sales order has not been processed yet or if the log has been deleted or not created due to some error in the previous steps.
- Incorrect Transaction: You might be trying to access a log for a transaction that does not generate a log or for which logging is not enabled.
- System Configuration: The system may not be configured to create logs for certain operations, or logging may have been disabled.
Solution:
- Check Sales Order Status: Ensure that the sales order you are trying to access has been processed correctly. If it is a new order, there may not be any logs available yet.
- Review Transaction Steps: Go through the steps you took to create or modify the sales order. Ensure that all necessary actions were completed successfully.
- Enable Logging: If logging is required for your business process, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that logging is enabled for the relevant transactions.
- Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
- Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and version.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the "VA171 No log exists" error in SAP.
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