How To Fix WGDS_STORAGE_BUS021 - Creation of &1 &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_STORAGE_BUS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Creation of &1 &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_STORAGE_BUS021 - Creation of &1 &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_STORAGE_BUS021: Creation of &1 &2 failed
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Global Trade Services (GTS), specifically related to the creation of storage locations or business objects within the system.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that the system failed to create a particular object (e.g., storage location, business partner, or other master data) identified by the placeholders &1 and &2.
  Common causes include:
  
  Missing or incorrect configuration in the underlying master data or customizing.
  Authorization issues preventing the creation of the object.
  Data inconsistencies or validation errors during the creation process.
  Technical problems such as database constraints or system errors.
  Integration issues between SAP GTS and the connected ERP system.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Detailed Error Log:
  
  Look into the application log (transaction SLG1) or system log (SM21) for more detailed messages related to the failure.
  Identify the exact object type and name from the placeholders &1 and &2.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary customizing settings for the object creation are correctly maintained.
  For storage locations, check the relevant IMG nodes in SAP GTS and ERP.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or background job executing the creation has the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Confirm that the data being used to create the object is complete and consistent.
  Check for mandatory fields and correct formats.
  
  
  
  Review Integration Settings:
  
  If the creation involves communication between SAP GTS and ERP, ensure that the integration settings and middleware (e.g., ALE, IDocs) are properly configured and working.
  
  
  
  Retry the Creation:
  
  After correcting any issues, attempt to recreate the object.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WGDS_STORAGE_BUS021 or the specific object type for known issues and patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG1 - Application Log
  SM21 - System Log
  SPRO - Customizing (for configuration checks)
  SU53 - Authorization check (if authorization is suspected)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP Global Trade Services (GTS)
  SAP ERP (for integration aspects)
  
  
  
  Typical Objects Involved:
  
  Storage Locations
  Business Partners
  Customs Documents
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and KBAs:
  
  Check SAP ONE Support Launchpad for notes mentioning WGDS_STORAGE_BUS021.
  Look for notes related to object creation failures in SAP GTS.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact values of &1 and &2 from the error message, I can help you with more specific guidance.