How To Fix WJ202 - Database error: existing additionals could not be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WJ - Additionals

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Database error: existing additionals could not be changed

What causes this issue?

You have made changes to existing <GL:additional>additionals</> and
want these changes to be written to the database. The database table,
however, has not been refreshed with this data.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WJ202 - Database error: existing additionals could not be changed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WJ202 Database error: existing additionals could not be changed
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP when there is an attempt to modify or update "additional" data records (often related to master data or transactional data) that are already existing in the database, but the system is unable to perform the update due to database constraints or inconsistencies.
  More specifically, the error can arise due to:
  
  Attempting to change additional data fields that are locked or protected.
  Database inconsistencies or locks on the records.
  Missing or incorrect authorization to change the additional data.
  Data integrity issues, such as foreign key constraints or unique key violations.
  The additional data might be linked to other records that prevent modification.
  Program or user exit logic preventing changes to existing additionals.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WJ202 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the additional data.
  Use transaction SU53 immediately after the error to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Database Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the relevant records are locked by another user or process.
  If locks exist and are stale, consider releasing them carefully.
  
  
  
  Review the Additional Data:
  
  Identify which "additional" data is being changed.
  Check if the data is allowed to be changed or if it is protected by configuration or program logic.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run database consistency checks or use transaction DB02 or SE14 to check table consistency.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing related records.
  
  
  
  Debug or Review User Exits/BADIs:
  
  If custom logic is implemented (user exits, BADIs, enhancements), check if they prevent changes to existing additionals.
  Debug the process to identify where the error is triggered.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WJ202 for your specific module or scenario.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Delete and Re-Enter Additional Data:
  
  If allowed, delete the problematic additional data and re-enter it.
  This can sometimes bypass the error if the data is corrupted.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: WJ2 (often related to HR or Payroll modules, but can appear in other contexts depending on the system).
  Common Modules: HR (Personnel Administration), Payroll, or any module where "additional" data records are maintained.
  Transactions to Check:
  
  SM12 - Lock entries
  SU53 - Authorization check
  SE14 - Database utility
  SE16 or SE16N - Table display to check data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal with keywords "WJ202" and your module name.
  Debugging: Use transaction ST22 to check for dumps if the error leads to a short dump.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (module, transaction, or process) where this error occurs, I can help with more targeted advice.