How To Fix WRF_ART_DISCONT018 - Function cancelled by user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ART_DISCONT - Messages for Article Discontinuation: Fashion

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Function cancelled by user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT018 - Function cancelled by user ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message: WRF_ART_DISCONT018 - Function cancelled by user
  
  1. Cause
  The message "WRF_ART_DISCONT018 Function cancelled by user" typically indicates that a function or process within a workflow or a custom program was intentionally aborted or cancelled by the user. This is not an error caused by system malfunction but rather a user action.
  
  It often appears in scenarios where the user is prompted to confirm or cancel an operation.
  The message is triggered when the user chooses to cancel or exit the function instead of proceeding.
  It can also occur if a user closes a dialog box or cancels a transaction before completion.
  
  In some cases, this message might be part of a custom workflow or enhancement where the system explicitly checks for user confirmation and cancels the process if the user opts out.
  
  2. Solution
  Since this message is caused by user cancellation, the solution depends on the context:
  
  
  If the cancellation was accidental:
  
  Re-run the transaction or process.
  When prompted, proceed with the operation instead of cancelling.
  
  
  
  If the cancellation was intentional:
  
  No action is needed; the process was stopped as per user decision.
  
  
  
  If the message appears unexpectedly:
  
  Check if there are any custom enhancements, user-exits, or workflow steps that might be prompting the user and cancelling the function.
  Review the process flow to ensure that the user is not being prompted unnecessarily.
  Verify authorizations and system settings to ensure the user has the necessary permissions to complete the function.
  
  
  
  Technical troubleshooting:
  
  Look into the program or workflow logs to identify where the cancellation is triggered.
  Debug the relevant ABAP code or workflow step to understand why the cancellation occurs.
  Check for any modal dialog boxes or confirmation screens that might be causing the user to cancel.
  
  
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  Message Class: WRF_ART_DISCONT (likely a custom or industry-specific message class)
  Message Number: 018
  Context: Often related to workflows, article discontinuation processes, or custom functions in SAP Retail or Logistics modules.
  User Action: The message is informational and indicates that the user has cancelled the operation.
  SAP Notes: There might not be a standard SAP Note for this message if it is custom; check with your SAP support team or development team for custom code references.
  Transaction Codes: Could appear in transactions related to article master data maintenance, workflow processing, or custom retail functions.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  User cancelled the function/process.
  
  
  Solution
  Re-run and proceed if cancellation was accidental; otherwise, no action needed. Check custom code if unexpected.
  
  
  Related
  Custom workflows, user confirmations, retail/logistics processes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the transaction code or the exact scenario where this message appears, I can help you with more specific guidance.