How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS601 - Table &1 update failed for item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Table &1 update failed for item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS601 - Table &1 update failed for item &2 ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_PROCESS601: Table &1 update failed for item &2
  
  Meaning / Cause
  This error occurs during the Goods Movement or Warehouse Management process when an update to a database table fails for a specific item. The placeholders:
  
  &1 = Name of the database table that failed to update
  &2 = Item number or identifier related to the failed update
  
  Common causes include:
  
  Lock conflicts: The table or record is locked by another process, preventing the update.
  Data inconsistencies: The data being updated violates database constraints (e.g., foreign key, unique key).
  Authorization issues: The user/process does not have sufficient authorization to update the table.
  Technical problems: Database errors, such as deadlocks or communication failures.
  Incorrect or incomplete data: The item data might be incorrect or missing mandatory fields.
  Custom enhancements or user exits: Custom code interfering with standard update logic.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps
  
  
  Check the exact table and item:
  
  Identify the table (&1) and item (&2) from the error message.
  Use transaction SE11