How To Fix WME_ARCH236 - Error during saving TU activity changes into database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Error during saving TU activity changes into database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH236 - Error during saving TU activity changes into database ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH236, which indicates "Error during saving TU activity changes into database," typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management or Transportation Management when there is an issue with saving changes related to Transportation Units (TUs) in the database. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database might be locked due to another transaction or process that is currently accessing the same data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues with the data being saved, such as missing mandatory fields or invalid data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the save operation.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be configuration problems in the Warehouse Management or Transportation Management settings.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database connection or system performance.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database tables related to Transportation Units. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other transactions to complete or resolve the locks.
  Validate Data: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data adheres to the expected formats. Check for any validation rules that may be causing the error.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the relevant modules (Warehouse Management or Transportation Management) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation, especially if it appears to be a technical error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), SLG1 (Application Log), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to WME_ARCH236 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes addressing known issues or patches that can resolve the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Warehouse Management and Transportation Management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the WME_ARCH236 error in your SAP system.