How To Fix WRF_AT165 - Synchronization terminated, allocation table &1 was not changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_AT - Messages for Allocation Table RTFASH

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Synchronization terminated, allocation table &1 was not changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_AT165 - Synchronization terminated, allocation table &1 was not changed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_AT165: Synchronization terminated, allocation table &1 was not changed
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the synchronization process of allocation tables in SAP Workflow. The message indicates that the synchronization process was terminated because the allocation table (whose name is represented by &1) could not be updated or changed.
  Common causes include:
  
  Locking issues: The allocation table is locked by another process or user, preventing changes.
  Authorization problems: The user or process performing the synchronization lacks the necessary authorizations to modify the allocation table.
  Inconsistencies or corruption: The allocation table might be inconsistent or corrupted, causing the synchronization to fail.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: If the allocation table was transported incorrectly or there are inconsistencies between systems, synchronization can fail.
  Technical issues: Database or system errors that prevent updates to the allocation table.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the allocation table is locked.
  If locked, determine the locking user/process and wait or coordinate to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user performing the synchronization has the required authorizations, especially for workflow and allocation table maintenance.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Allocation Table Consistency:
  
  Use transaction SWU3 (Workflow Customizing) to check and repair workflow customizing.
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to analyze workflow logs and errors.
  If the allocation table is corrupted, consider re-importing or recreating it.
  
  
  
  Re-run Synchronization:
  
  After resolving locks and authorization issues, re-run the synchronization process.
  This can be done via transaction SWU3 or program RSWBUILT depending on the context.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (SM21) and short dumps (ST22) for related errors that might give more insight.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the allocation table was transported, verify the transport logs and ensure the transport was successful.
  Check for inconsistencies between development, quality, and production systems.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message number or keywords.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and system information.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Allocation Tables in SAP Workflow:
  Allocation tables are used in SAP Workflow to define rules for task assignment, such as organizational assignments or user roles.
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWU3 - Workflow Customizing Wizard (used to check and fix workflow customizing)
  SM12 - Lock Entries
  ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors (Short Dumps)
  SM21 - System Log
  SWI1 - Workflow Log
  SWI2_FREQ - Workflow Runtime Analysis
  
  
  
  Programs:
  
  RSWBUILT - Workflow Builder (used for synchronization and building workflow objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to workflow synchronization errors, e.g., notes mentioning WRF_AT165 or allocation table synchronization.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when exactly the error occurs, system version, or logs), I can help tailor the solution further.