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How To Fix WR008 - System error: Error inserting table &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WR - Messages for Revaluation at Retail

  • Message number: 008

  • Message text: System error: Error inserting table &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WR008 - System error: Error inserting table & ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WR008 System error: Error inserting table &


    Cause

    This error typically occurs when SAP tries to insert data into a database table, but the insertion fails due to one or more of the following reasons:

    1. Database Constraint Violation:

      • Primary key or unique key violation (duplicate entries).
      • Foreign key constraint violation.
    2. Data Type or Length Mismatch:

      • The data being inserted does not conform to the table's field definitions (e.g., string too long, wrong data type).
    3. Database Locking or Deadlock:

      • The table or row is locked by another process, preventing insertion.
    4. Authorization Issues:

      • The user or process does not have sufficient authorization to insert data into the table.
    5. Database or System Issues:

      • Database connection problems, insufficient space, or other system-level errors.
    6. Incorrect or Missing Data:

      • Mandatory fields missing or incorrect data format.

    Solution

    1. Check the Table Name:
      The message contains & which is replaced by the actual table name in the runtime message. Identify the table involved.

    2. Analyze the Context:

      • Check the transaction or program where the error occurs.
      • Look at the data being inserted.
    3. Check Database Constraints:

      • Use SE11 to check the table definition and constraints.
      • Verify if the data violates any constraints.
    4. Check for Duplicate Entries:

      • If primary key violation, check if the record already exists.
    5. Check Authorizations:

      • Verify if the user has insert authorization on the table (authorization object S_TABU_N or similar).
    6. Check Locks:

      • Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on the table or related entries.
    7. Debug the Program:

      • If possible, debug the program or BAPI that performs the insert to see the exact data and error.
    8. Check System Logs:

      • Use SM21, ST22 (for dumps), or DB logs to find more details.
    9. Database Health:

      • Check database space and connectivity.
    10. SAP Notes:

      • Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WR008 and the specific table.

    Related Information

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SE11 (Data Dictionary)
      • SE38 / SE80 (ABAP Editor / Development)
      • SM12 (Lock Entries)
      • SM21 (System Log)
      • ST22 (Dump Analysis)
    • Common Tables:
      The actual table name will be shown in the error message replacing &. Knowing the table helps narrow down the cause.

    • SAP Notes and KBAs:
      Search for WR008 and the table name on SAP ONE Support Launchpad.

    • Example:
      If the error is WR008 System error: Error inserting table MARA, it means the insert into the material master table failed.


    Summary

    Aspect Details
    Cause Database insert failed due to constraint violation, data issues, locks, or authorizations
    Solution Identify table, check data and constraints, verify authorizations, check locks, debug
    Tools SE11, SM12, ST22, SM21, ABAP Debugger
    Further Help SAP Notes, SAP Support Portal, Basis and ABAP teams

    If you provide the exact table name or the context where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.

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