How To Fix WA848 - Error saving administration data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 848

• Message text: Error saving administration data

What causes this issue?

An error occurred saving the administration data.

System Response

The data was not saved.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the operation. There may be problems with the database
connection.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA848 - Error saving administration data ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WA848 - Error saving administration data
  
  Cause:
  The error message WA848 typically occurs when there is a problem saving administration data in SAP. This can be due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Authorization issues: The user does not have sufficient authorization to save or modify the administration data.
  Data inconsistencies: The data being saved violates some business rules or integrity constraints.
  Locking issues: The data record is locked by another user or process.
  Configuration errors: Missing or incorrect configuration in the system that prevents saving the data.
  Technical problems: Database errors, transport issues, or system inconsistencies.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  When maintaining master data (e.g., vendor, customer, material master).
  When saving configuration or customizing data.
  When updating administrative settings in modules like HR, FI, MM, etc.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the save operation.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the relevant data record is locked.
  If locked by another user or process, coordinate to release the lock or wait until it is released.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled correctly.
  Check for any data inconsistencies or invalid entries.
  Validate that the data complies with business rules.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Use transaction SM21 to check system logs for related errors.
  Check ST22 for any short dumps that might provide more details.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the relevant customizing or configuration settings are correct.
  Sometimes missing or incorrect configuration can prevent saving data.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have development access, debug the program or function module that triggers the error to identify the exact cause.
  Look for any error messages or exceptions raised during the save process.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to error WA848.
  Apply any relevant SAP Notes or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  SU53 – Authorization check  
  SM12 – Lock entries  
  SM21 – System log  
  ST22 – Dump analysis
  
  
  
  Common Modules Affected:  
  
  MM (Material Management)  
  FI (Financial Accounting)  
  HR (Human Resources)  
  SD (Sales and Distribution)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Notes by searching for "WA848" or "Error saving administration data" on the SAP ONE Support Launchpad.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WA848 - Error saving administration data is a generic error indicating that SAP could not save the administrative data due to authorization, locking, data inconsistency, or configuration issues. The resolution involves checking authorizations, locks, data validity, system logs, and configuration, and applying SAP Notes if necessary.
  
  If you provide the exact context or module where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.