How To Fix WRF_AT151 - System error while updating distribution data (alloc. table item data)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_AT - Messages for Allocation Table RTFASH

• Message number: 151

• Message text: System error while updating distribution data (alloc. table item data)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_AT151 - System error while updating distribution data (alloc. table item data) ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_AT151: System error while updating distribution data (alloc. table item data)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs during the update of allocation table item data in the system, often related to workflow or distribution processes. The root causes can include:
  
  Database inconsistencies or locks: The system tries to update allocation table entries but encounters database locks or inconsistencies.
  Authorization issues: The user or process updating the data lacks necessary authorizations.
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration: The distribution or allocation tables are not properly configured or contain invalid data.
  Program or interface errors: Custom code or standard SAP programs that handle distribution data updates may have bugs or runtime errors.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: Transport of objects related to allocation tables might be incomplete or inconsistent.
  Buffer or memory issues: Problems with SAP buffers or memory during update operations.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WRF_AT151 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check short dumps (ST22)
  
  Look for any runtime errors or dumps related to the update process. This can give more detailed technical information.
  
  
  Review system logs (SM21)
  
  Check for system errors or database issues at the time of the error.
  
  
  Check database locks (SM12)
  
  Look for locked entries related to the allocation tables and release them if appropriate.
  
  
  Verify authorizations
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations to update distribution/allocation tables.
  
  
  Validate configuration
  
  Review the configuration of the distribution/allocation tables and related workflow or distribution settings.
  
  
  Run consistency checks
  
  Use SAP standard tools or reports to check the consistency of allocation tables.
  
  
  Debug or analyze the update program
  
  If custom code or standard SAP programs are involved, debug to identify the exact cause of the failure.
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WRF_AT151 or allocation table update errors. SAP Notes may provide patches or corrections.
  
  
  Clear buffers
  
  Sometimes clearing SAP buffers (transaction /nSMLG or /nSMLT) can help if stale data causes the issue.
  
  
  Transport and system check
  
  Ensure all relevant transports are imported correctly and the system is consistent.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction codes:  
  
  SM12 (Lock entries)  
  ST22 (Short dumps)  
  SM21 (System log)  
  SE38 / SE80 (To check or debug programs)  
  SMLG / SMLT (Buffer management)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing "WRF_AT151" or "allocation table update error".
  
  
  SAP Forums and Community:
  
  Other users may have encountered similar issues; checking SAP Community Network (SCN) or forums can provide insights.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these steps, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs, dumps, and system information.