How To Fix WG012 - Order header update not successful for external req. no. &

WG012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Order header update not successful for external req. no. &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG012 - Order header update not successful for external req. no. & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WG012 - Order header update not successful for external req. no. &
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the creation or update of a production order or process order when the system tries to update the order header with an external requisition number (external requirement number), but the update fails. The external requisition number is often linked to a demand source such as a sales order, planned order, or production order from an external system or module.
  Common causes include:
  
  Lock conflicts: The order header record is locked by another user or process, preventing the update.
  Authorization issues: The user or background job does not have sufficient authorization to update the order header.
  Data inconsistencies: The external requisition number or related data is invalid or inconsistent.
  Custom enhancements or user exits: Custom code in user exits or BAdIs that handle order updates may cause the update to fail.
  Database or system errors: Underlying database issues or