How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL081 - Messages are stored in the application log (see transaction MM90)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Messages are stored in the application log (see transaction MM90)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL081 - Messages are stored in the application log (see transaction MM90) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL081:
  
  SAP Error Message: WRF_CHAR_VAL081
  Message Text: Messages are stored in the application log (see transaction MM90)
  
  Cause
  
  The message WRF_CHAR_VAL081 typically occurs during the execution of workflows or batch jobs related to SAP Materials Management (MM) or related modules.
  It indicates that certain messages or errors have been logged in the application log rather than being displayed directly on the screen.
  The application log is used to collect detailed information about processing steps, warnings, or errors that occur during a process.
  This message is a notification to the user that they should check the application log for detailed information about the issue or messages generated during the process.
  The transaction MM90 is the standard SAP transaction used to display the application log for MM-related processes.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Application Log:
  
  Execute transaction MM90.
  Enter the relevant selection criteria (e.g., object, date, user, or log number) to find the application log entries related to the process that generated the message.
  Review the detailed messages in the log to understand the root cause or warnings/errors.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Messages:
  
  The application log will provide detailed messages that can help identify the exact problem.
  These messages might indicate missing data, configuration issues, or other processing errors.
  
  
  
  Take Corrective Actions:
  
  Based on the detailed messages, perform the necessary corrections.
  This might involve correcting master data, adjusting configuration, or reprocessing the transaction.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After corrections, re-execute the process to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction MM90:
  
  Used to display the application log for MM processes. It helps in troubleshooting by providing detailed logs of messages generated during material master changes, batch jobs, or workflows.
  
  
  Application Log (Transaction SLG1):
  
  Sometimes, the application log can also be accessed via SLG1 (Application Log) where you can filter by object and sub-object to find related logs.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Material master data changes.
  Batch job executions related to MM.
  Workflow processing in MM or related modules.
  
  
  
  Additional Notes:
  
  The message itself is informational, guiding the user to check the application log.
  The root cause is usually found in the detailed messages within the log.
  Proper authorization is required to access MM90 and SLG1.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the context in which this message appears (e.g., during material master update, batch job, workflow), I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.