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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation
Message number: 172
Message text: Messages from VE-Processor Rule '&1' processing:
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WGDS_PROCESS172
- Messages from VE-Processor Rule '&1' processing: ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message related to WGDS_PROCESS172:
SAP Error Message:
WGDS_PROCESS172
Messages from VE-Processor Rule '&1' processing:
1. Cause:
This error message typically occurs during the processing of a Variant Configuration (VC) or Variant Configuration with Classification in SAP, specifically when the VE-Processor (Variant Engine Processor) is executing a rule (such as a dependency, constraint, or procedure) and encounters an issue.
&1
in the message is replaced by the name or ID of the rule being processed.To resolve the WGDS_PROCESS172 error, follow these steps:
Identify the Rule:
Check the exact rule name or ID mentioned in the message (&1
). This will help you pinpoint which dependency or procedure is causing the problem.
Analyze the Rule Logic:
Review the rule logic in transaction CU02 (Change Dependency) or CU01 (Create Dependency). Look for:
Check Characteristic Values:
Ensure that all characteristics used in the rule have valid and consistent values assigned in the configuration profile.
Test the Rule Independently:
Use the Dependency Editor or Configuration Simulation tools to test the rule separately and verify if it triggers errors.
Check Master Data Consistency:
Verify that the material master, class, and characteristic data are consistent and correctly maintained.
Debugging:
If the issue persists, debugging the VE-Processor might be necessary. Use transaction CU50 (Configuration Trace) or enable trace for variant configuration to get detailed logs.
SAP Notes and Support:
Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with the VE-Processor or specific rule types.
Transactions:
SAP Modules:
Common SAP Notes:
Documentation:
Aspect | Details |
---|---|
Cause | Error during processing of a variant configuration rule by the VE-Processor. |
Solution | Identify and correct the faulty rule logic, check characteristic values, and debug if needed. |
Related | Transactions CU01, CU02, CU50; Variant Configuration module; SAP Notes on VE-Processor. |
If you provide the exact rule name or additional context (e.g., configuration scenario, transaction where error occurs), I can help you with more specific guidance.
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