How To Fix WL393 - Response from work item &: Error writing to database table '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages

• Message number: 393

• Message text: Response from work item &: Error writing to database table '&'

What causes this issue?

The response message from work item &V1& was processed correctly.
However, this fact could not be stored in the database: Function module
SWW_WI_CALLBACK_FLAG_SET returned an exception when the table SWWWIHEAD
was accessed.

System Response

A warning was logged in the workflow log.

How to fix this error?

Search for and correct the error (possibly with the workflow system
administrator) since the response message from the work item &V1&
remains incomplete otherwise and is therefore repeated automatically by
the workflow system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WL393 - Response from work item &: Error writing to database table '&' ?

  The SAP error message WL393 indicates that there was an issue when trying to write to a specific database table. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the current operation from writing to it.
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints (like primary key or foreign key constraints) that are being violated by the data being written.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user or process may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the specified table.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is preventing writes to the table.
  Table Structure Changes: If the table structure has changed (e.g., fields added or removed) and the application is not updated accordingly, it may lead to errors.
  Disk Space Issues: The database may be out of disk space, preventing any new data from being written.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the database table. If a lock is found, you may need to wait for it to be released or contact the user holding the lock.
  Review Constraints: Check the data being written to ensure it complies with all database constraints. You can use transaction SE11 to view the table structure and constraints.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to write to the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no corruption issues. This may involve running specific database utilities or consulting with your database administrator.
  Review Table Structure: If there have been recent changes to the table structure, ensure that the application code is updated accordingly.
  Check Disk Space: Verify that there is sufficient disk space available on the database server. If the disk is full, you may need to free up space or increase the disk capacity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to check locks), SE11 (to view table structure), and SU53 (to check authorization issues).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the table in question. SAP Notes often provide specific guidance or patches for known issues.
  Database Logs: Check the database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By systematically checking these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the WL393 error and implement an appropriate solution.