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How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL103 - Error initializing application log


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

  • Message number: 103

  • Message text: Error initializing application log

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL103 - Error initializing application log ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WRF_CHAR_VAL103 - Error initializing application log


    Cause:

    This error typically occurs when the SAP system fails to initialize the application log (transaction SLG0/SLG1). The root causes can include:

    • Missing or inconsistent application log object or subobject: The application log object or subobject required by the program is not defined or is incorrectly maintained.
    • Authorization issues: The user or the program does not have the necessary authorizations to create or write to the application log.
    • Database inconsistencies: The underlying tables for application logs (e.g., BALHDR, BALDAT, BALDAT_H) might be inconsistent or locked.
    • Incorrect or missing parameters: The program or function module that initializes the log might be called with incorrect parameters.
    • System or transport issues: Sometimes, transports or system inconsistencies can cause the application log initialization to fail.

    Solution:

    1. Check Application Log Object and Subobject:

      • Use transaction SLG0 to verify that the application log object and subobject exist and are correctly maintained.
      • If missing, create or correct the application log object/subobject.
    2. Check Authorizations:

      • Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations for application log transactions and objects.
      • Relevant authorization objects include S_LOG (Application Log).
    3. Check Program Parameters:

      • Review the code or configuration that initializes the application log (e.g., calls to BAL_LOG_CREATE or similar function modules).
      • Ensure the correct object and subobject names are passed.
    4. Check Database Tables:

      • Run consistency checks on application log tables (BALHDR, BALDAT, BALDAT_H).
      • Use transaction DB02 or database tools to check for locks or inconsistencies.
      • If necessary, clean up old or corrupted log entries.
    5. Check System Logs and Dumps:

      • Use transaction ST22 to check for any short dumps related to application log initialization.
      • Use SM21 to check system logs for related errors.
    6. Apply SAP Notes:

      • Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WRF_CHAR_VAL103 or application log initialization errors.
      • Apply any relevant SAP Notes or patches.
    7. Transport and System Consistency:

      • If the error started after a transport or system upgrade, verify that all related objects were imported correctly.
      • Re-import or correct transports if necessary.

    Related Information:

    • Transactions:

      • SLG0 - Maintain Application Log Objects
      • SLG1 - Display Application Logs
      • ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors (Dumps)
      • SM21 - System Log
      • DB02 - Database Analysis
    • Function Modules:

      • BAL_LOG_CREATE - Create Application Log
      • BAL_LOG_MSG_ADD - Add Message to Application Log
      • BAL_DB_CHECK - Check Application Log Database Tables
    • SAP Notes:

      • Search for notes with keywords like "WRF_CHAR_VAL103", "application log initialization error", or "BAL_LOG_CREATE error".

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