How To Fix WH053 - Error initializing application log for object &, subobject &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WH - Messages for store physical inventory (DRS)

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Error initializing application log for object &, subobject &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WH053 - Error initializing application log for object &, subobject & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WH053 - Error initializing application log for object &, subobject &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the SAP system tries to initialize an application log for a specific object and subobject but fails. The reasons can include:
  
  The application log object or subobject is not defined or incorrectly defined in the system.
  Missing or inconsistent entries in the application log object configuration.
  Authorization issues preventing the creation or access to the application log.
  Database or system inconsistencies affecting the application log infrastructure.
  Transport or system copy issues where the application log configuration was not properly transported or restored.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WH053 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Application Log Object and Subobject:
  
  Use transaction SLG0 (Application Log: Define Object) to verify that the object and subobject mentioned in the error message exist and are correctly defined.
  If missing, define the required object and subobject or correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or process initializing the log has the necessary authorizations to create and write application logs.
  Check roles and authorizations related to application log (e.g., authorization object S_LOG).
  
  
  
  Check Application Log Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SLG1 to check existing logs and verify if logs for the object/subobject can be created or displayed.
  If logs cannot be created, investigate system logs (SM21) or short dumps (ST22) for related errors.
  
  
  
  Check System Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or database checks if you suspect database issues.
  Review recent transports or system copies that might have affected the application log configuration.
  
  
  
  Debugging / Further Analysis:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the function module or program that initializes the application log (often BAL_LOG_CREATE or related function modules).
  Check for any custom code or enhancements that might interfere with log initialization.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error message and object/subobject details.
  If no solution is found, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG0 - Define Application Log Object
  SLG1 - Display Application Log
  SM21 - System Log
  ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors (Short Dumps)
  
  
  
  Function Modules:
  
  BAL_LOG_CREATE - Create Application Log
  BAL_LOG_MSG_ADD - Add Message to Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  Application logs are used to record messages and events for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  Proper definition and authorization are essential for application log functionality.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact object and subobject values, I can help you check their definitions or suggest more specific steps.