How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST034 - Object: Error writing to the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Object: Error writing to the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST034 - Object: Error writing to the database ?

  The SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST034: Object: Error writing to the database typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP Merchandise Management (IS-Retail) when there is a problem saving or updating article master data or related objects in the database.
  
  Cause
  
  Database Write Failure: The error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to write data to the database. This could be due to:
  
  Database lock or deadlock situation.
  Violation of database constraints (e.g., unique key violation, foreign key constraints).
  Missing or inconsistent data in the article master or related tables.
  Insufficient database authorizations or permissions.
  Technical issues such as database connection problems or system resource limitations.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the article master data.
  Custom enhancements or user exits causing errors during the save process.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Detailed Logs:
  
  Review the short dump (ST22) or system log (SM21) for more detailed error messages related to the database write failure.
  Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for messages related to article master processing.
  
  
  
  Analyze Database Constraints:
  
  Verify if any database constraints are violated.
  Check for duplicate entries or missing mandatory fields in the article master data.
  
  
  
  Check Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locked entries related to the article or object.
  If locks exist and are stale, consider releasing them carefully.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to update the article master data.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks:
  
  Run consistency checks or data validation reports for article master data.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  Check database connectivity and system resources.
  Consult BASIS team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the save process or custom enhancements/user exits to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error message or related keywords.
  If no solution is found, raise a support ticket with SAP including detailed logs and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02 / MM01 / MM03 - Article master maintenance.
  SM12 - Lock entries.
  ST22 - ABAP short dumps.
  SM21 - System log.
  SLG1 - Application log.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP IS-Retail / SAP Merchandise Management.
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRF_ARTICLELIST034 or database write errors in article master processing.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, exact scenario, system version), I can help narrow down the cause and solution further.