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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WL - Workflow: run-time messages
Message number: 424
Message text: Workflow '&' step & index & could not be logged at &h
A synchronization problem may have occurred when a workflow step was
logged.
Information which had been logged may have been overwritten with the
log record for the step specified above and therefore lost.
However, the correctness of the workflow execution is not impaired.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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WL424
- Workflow '&' step & index & could not be logged at &h ?The SAP error message WL424 indicates that a workflow step could not be logged. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
Causes:
- Database Issues: The database may be experiencing issues, such as being down or having insufficient space.
- Workflow Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow definition or the workflow instance.
- Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to log the workflow step.
- System Performance: High system load or performance issues can prevent the logging of workflow steps.
- Transport Issues: If the workflow was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
Solutions:
- Check Database Status: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there is sufficient space available.
- Review Workflow Configuration: Check the workflow definition for any errors or inconsistencies. You can use transaction code SWDD (Workflow Builder) to review and adjust the workflow.
- Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute and log the workflow steps. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user roles.
- Monitor System Performance: Use transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any performance issues or dumps that may indicate underlying problems.
- Check Transport Logs: If the workflow was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate missing objects or inconsistencies.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WL424 error in SAP workflows.
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