How To Fix W8345 - Evaluation returns 'false'; &1 message(s) exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 345

• Message text: Evaluation returns 'false'; &1 message(s) exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8345 - Evaluation returns 'false'; &1 message(s) exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W8345 Evaluation returns 'false'; &1 message(s) exist
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs during the evaluation of a condition or validation rule in SAP, typically within the context of master data maintenance, transaction processing, or custom validations (e.g., in BRF+, validation rules, or user-exits). The system evaluates a condition or expression, and the result is 'false', meaning the condition was not met. Additionally, there are one or more messages (errors or warnings) generated as a result of this evaluation.
  In other words, the system tried to validate or check some data or logic, but the check failed (returned false), and there are related messages explaining why.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During data validation in master data transactions (e.g., vendor, customer, material master).
  In custom validations or checks implemented via user-exits, BADIs, or BRF+ rules.
  When a condition in a workflow or business rule is not fulfilled.
  During document posting or processing where certain conditions must be met.
  
  
  Explanation of the message components:
  
  W8345: Message number.
  Evaluation returns 'false': The condition or validation logic evaluated to false.
  &1 message(s) exist: There are one or more messages generated that provide details about the failure.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check the detailed messages:
  
  The message indicates that there are related messages explaining the reason for the failure.
  Look for these messages in the application log, status bar, or message log.
  These messages will give you the exact reason why the evaluation failed.
  
  
  
  Analyze the condition or validation logic:
  
  Identify which validation or condition is being evaluated.
  Review the logic or rule that is returning false.
  This might be a custom validation, a BRF+ rule, or standard SAP validation.
  
  
  
  Correct the data or logic:
  
  If the failure is due to incorrect or incomplete data, correct the data accordingly.
  If the logic is incorrect or too restrictive, adjust the validation rule or condition.
  
  
  
  Debug if necessary:
  
  If the cause is not clear, use debugging tools to trace the evaluation.
  Check user-exits, BADIs, or BRF+ rules involved in the process.
  
  
  
  Consult documentation or SAP Notes:
  
  Sometimes this message is generic and related to specific scenarios.
  Search SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) for message W8345 and your specific context.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Message Class: W8 (or similar, depending on module)
  
  
  Common contexts: Master data validations, document validations, BRF+ rules.
  
  
  Transaction codes to check logs:  
  
  SLG1 (Application Log)  
  SM13 (Update Requests)  
  SM21 (System Log)  
  ST22 (Dump Analysis, if applicable)
  
  
  
  BRF+ (Business Rule Framework plus):
  
  If the evaluation is part of BRF+ rules, check the rule definitions and test them in BRF+ workbench.
  
  
  User-exits / BADIs:
  
  If custom code is involved, check the relevant user-exits or BADIs for validation logic.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  A validation or condition evaluated to false, indicating a failed check with related messages.
  
  
  Effect
  The process or transaction may be blocked or warned depending on the severity of the messages.
  
  
  Solution
  Review the detailed messages, analyze and correct the data or validation logic, debug if needed.
  
  
  Where to look
  Application logs, message logs, BRF+ rules, user-exits, SAP Notes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (transaction, module, or scenario), I can help you with more specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.