How To Fix VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION020 - Saving workbench items of workspace item &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION - VCH Transition Workspace Explosion Errors

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Saving workbench items of workspace item &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION020 - Saving workbench items of workspace item &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_EXPLOSION020 indicates that there was a failure when trying to save workbench items for a specific workspace item (denoted by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with workbench items in the context of product modeling.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the configuration or related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the workbench items.
  Locking Issues: The workspace item may be locked by another user or process, preventing the save operation.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings or in the way the workbench items are defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data associated with the workspace item to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the save operation. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the workspace item. If it is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  Technical Troubleshooting: If the issue persists, check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context. You may also want to check the database connection and system performance.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module) for debugging and analyzing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the error message or the specific functionality you are working with.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.