How To Fix WP647 - Internal error: error data record does not exist in DB table WPLST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 647

• Message text: Internal error: error data record does not exist in DB table WPLST

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP647 - Internal error: error data record does not exist in DB table WPLST ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WP647 Internal error: error data record does not exist in DB table WPLST
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during workflow processing in SAP when the system tries to access or update an entry in the WPLST database table, but the corresponding record is missing.
  
  WPLST is a standard SAP table that stores workflow log entries.
  The error indicates an inconsistency or corruption in the workflow log data.
  Possible reasons include:
  Incomplete or inconsistent workflow log entries.
  Database inconsistencies due to abrupt termination of workflow processing.
  Custom code or user exits that incorrectly manipulate workflow logs.
  Transport or system copy issues where workflow logs were not properly migrated.
  
  
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During workflow execution or when displaying workflow logs.
  When the system tries to update or read workflow log entries.
  Sometimes during workflow restart or reprocessing.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) to check the status of the workflow instances.
  Identify if the