How To Fix W4242 - & ROLLBACK carried out

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 242

• Message text: & ROLLBACK carried out

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4242 - & ROLLBACK carried out ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding SAP error message W4242 and the accompanying ROLLBACK carried out message:
  
  SAP Error Message: W4242 & ROLLBACK carried out
  
  1. Cause
  
  W4242 is a warning message related to buffer inconsistencies or update failures during database operations.
  The message typically appears when an update task or a database commit fails, causing the system to rollback the transaction to maintain data consistency.
  Common causes include:
  
  Database lock conflicts: Another process holds a lock on the data being updated.
  Authorization issues: The user or process lacks necessary permissions.
  Data inconsistencies or constraints violations: Attempting to insert/update data violating database constraints.
  Buffer synchronization problems: The SAP buffer and database are out of sync.
  System or network interruptions during the update process.
  Program errors or incorrect custom code in user exits or BAdIs that interfere with the update process.
  
  
  
  
  2. Meaning of the Messages
  
  W4242: This is a warning indicating that the update could not be completed as expected.
  ROLLBACK carried out: The system has undone all changes made during the current transaction to avoid partial or inconsistent data updates.
  
  
  3. Solution / Troubleshooting Steps
  
  
  Check the Short Dump (ST22)
  
  Look for any runtime errors or dumps related to the update task.
  Identify if the error is due to program logic or database issues.
  
  
  
  Analyze Update Logs (SM13)
  
  Use transaction SM13 to check for failed update requests.
  Identify the program and the exact update function module causing the failure.
  Review the error details and the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Check Database Locks (SM12)
  
  Look for locks that might be blocking the update.
  If locks are stale or blocking, consider releasing them carefully.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations to perform the update.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code
  
  If custom enhancements, user exits, or BAdIs are involved, debug or review them for errors.
  Ensure they handle exceptions properly and do not cause update failures.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Checks
  
  Run database consistency checks if data inconsistencies are suspected.
  Coordinate with your Basis team for database health checks.
  
  
  
  Retry the Transaction
  
  After resolving the root cause, retry the transaction or reprocess the update requests in SM13.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message W4242 for specific patches or known issues.
  If unresolved, raise a support ticket with SAP including logs and dump details.
  
  
  
  
  4. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM13 – Update Request Monitor
  SM12 – Lock Entries
  ST22 – ABAP Runtime Errors (Short Dumps)
  SE38 / SE80 – For debugging custom code
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Service Marketplace for notes related to W4242.
  Example notes might address buffer synchronization or update task failures.
  
  
  
  General Advice:
  
  Always ensure that the system is properly patched.
  Avoid abrupt system shutdowns during update tasks.
  Monitor update queues regularly to catch failures early.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Update failure due to locks, authorization, data inconsistencies, or program errors.
  
  
  Effect
  Transaction rollback to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution
  Analyze SM13, ST22, SM12; fix locks, authorizations, custom code; retry updates.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use SAP Notes, check update logs, debug custom enhancements, coordinate with Basis team.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance!