How To Fix WRF_AT152 - System error while updating the distribution data (alloc. table DC data)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_AT - Messages for Allocation Table RTFASH

• Message number: 152

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_AT152 - System error while updating the distribution data (alloc. table DC data) ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_AT152: System error while updating the distribution data (alloc. table DC data)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs during the update of distribution data in allocation tables related to cost distribution or settlement processes. The root causes can include:
  
  Database inconsistencies or locks: The allocation table (often related to distribution cycles or cost center allocations) might be locked or inconsistent.
  Authorization issues: The user or process may lack the necessary authorizations to update the distribution/allocation tables.
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration: The distribution cycle or allocation table setup might be incomplete or corrupted.
  System or program errors: A bug or runtime error in the program/module that updates the distribution data.
  Data inconsistencies: The data being processed may violate database constraints or business rules.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check for locks or database inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locked entries related to the allocation tables.
  If locks exist, analyze and release them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Verify authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the required authorizations to update distribution/allocation tables.
  Check roles and profiles assigned.
  
  
  
  Review configuration:
  
  Check the distribution cycle and allocation table setup in customizing (transaction KSU1, KSU3, or related).
  Ensure all required fields and parameters are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Analyze dump or system logs:
  
  Check transaction ST22 for any short dumps related to this error.
  Review system logs in SM21 for related system errors.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for OSS Notes related to message WRF_AT152 or the specific module you are working with (e.g., CO-PA, Cost Center Accounting).
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Debug or trace the update process:
  
  If you have development support, debug the program or function module that updates the distribution data to identify the exact cause.
  
  
  
  Data consistency check:
  
  Run consistency checks for the allocation tables or distribution cycles.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Modules involved: This error is often related to Controlling (CO) module, especially Cost Center Accounting (CCA), Profit Center Accounting (PCA), or Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).
  Transactions to check:
  
  KSU1 - Create Distribution Cycle
  KSU3 - Display Distribution Cycle
  SM12 - Lock Entries
  ST22 - Dump Analysis
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for notes with keywords like "WRF_AT152", "distribution data update error", or "allocation table DC data error".
  SAP Forums and Community: Sometimes similar issues are discussed in SAP Community forums or SCN.
  
  
  If the problem persists after these steps, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs, dumps, and system information.