How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS154 - GDS Process ended.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 154

• Message text: GDS Process ended.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS154 - GDS Process ended. ?

  The SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS154: GDS Process ended typically occurs in the context of the Global Data Synchronization (GDS) process, which is used for synchronizing master data (such as material or vendor data) between trading partners or within different systems.
  
  Cause
  
  General Meaning: The message "GDS Process ended" is an informational or status message indicating that the GDS process has completed its execution.
  Context of Occurrence: It often appears at the end of a GDS synchronization run or batch job.
  Why it might be seen as an error: Sometimes, this message is logged along with other error or warning messages, or the process might have ended prematurely due to an error in the data or configuration, causing confusion.
  Possible underlying causes if the process ended unexpectedly:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete master data.
  Communication or connection issues with the GDS server or partner system.
  Configuration errors in the GDS setup.
  Authorization or permission issues.
  Technical problems such as missing or inconsistent data in the GDS tables.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Full Log:
  
  Review the detailed GDS process log to identify if there are preceding error or warning messages before the "GDS Process ended" message.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/GDS_LOG or check the application log (transaction SLG1) for detailed information.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the master data being synchronized is complete and consistent.
  Check for missing mandatory fields or invalid data entries.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the GDS configuration settings in the system.
  Ensure that the partner profiles, communication channels, and synchronization parameters are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Communication and Authorization:
  
  Confirm that the system can communicate with the GDS server or partner system without network issues.
  Check user authorizations related to GDS processing.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After correcting any identified issues, re-run the GDS synchronization process.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes related to GDS errors or the specific message number.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the process logs and system details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/GDS – GDS processing transactions.
  /SAPAPO/GDS_LOG – GDS process logs.
  SLG1 – Application log for detailed error analysis.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules Involved:
  
  SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization)
  SAP ERP Master Data Management
  GDS (Global Data Synchronization) framework
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal documentation on Global Data Synchronization.
  SAP Notes related to GDS errors and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  
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  Message
  WGDS_PROCESS154: GDS Process ended
  
  
  Cause
  Informational message indicating process completion; may appear after errors or warnings.
  
  
  Solution
  Check detailed logs, verify data and configuration, fix issues, and re-run the process.
  
  
  Related T-codes
  /SAPAPO/GDS, /SAPAPO/GDS_LOG, SLG1
  
  
  
  
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