How To Fix WFCS110 - Prefetch table for time series generation is empty &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFCS - Message Class for Store Forecasting (Dev. Package WFCS)

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Prefetch table for time series generation is empty &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFCS110 - Prefetch table for time series generation is empty &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFCS110 Prefetch table for time series generation is empty &1 &2 &3 &4
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs in the context of time series generation within SAP, often related to forecasting, planning, or workflow processes that rely on time series data.
  
  The message indicates that the prefetch table, which is supposed to hold preliminary data for generating time series, is empty.
  The placeholders &1 &2 &3 &4 typically represent parameters such as object IDs, time intervals, or other identifiers relevant to the time series generation process.
  The root cause is that the system expected to find data in the prefetch table but found none, which means:
  
  The data extraction or prefetch step did not run or failed.
  The source data for the time series is missing or incomplete.
  There might be a configuration or master data issue preventing data from being loaded into the prefetch table.
  
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios Where This Occurs:
  
  In SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) during demand planning or supply network planning.
  In SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when generating time series data for reporting.
  In SAP Workflow or other modules where time series data is used for scheduling or forecasting.
  
  
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Extraction Issues: The process that fills the prefetch table did not execute or failed.
  Incorrect or Missing Master Data: Time series generation depends on master data (e.g., product, location, time intervals). Missing or incorrect master data can cause empty prefetch tables.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the planning or forecasting model.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may lack authorization to read or write data.
  Technical Issues: Database inconsistencies, transport errors, or system bugs.
  
  
  Solutions / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Check the Prefetch Process:
  
  Identify the process or job responsible for filling the prefetch table.
  Verify if the job ran successfully.
  Re-run the prefetch or data extraction job if necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (products, locations, time intervals) exist and are correctly maintained.
  Check for missing or inconsistent data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the time series generation or forecasting model.
  Validate parameters passed to the process (these correspond to &1 &2 &3 &4 in the message).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations to access and update the prefetch table.
  
  
  
  Analyze Logs and Dumps:
  
  Look into system logs (SM21), job logs (SM37), and short dumps (ST22) for related errors.
  Check for database locks or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WFCS110.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the parameters and context.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  The prefetch table is a temporary or staging table used internally by SAP to optimize time series generation.
  The error message is informational but indicates a process failure that prevents time series data from being generated.
  Understanding the exact module and process context (e.g., APO Demand Planning, BW time series, etc.) is crucial for targeted troubleshooting.
  
  
  If you provide the exact module or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more specific instructions.