How To Fix WRF_REF053 - Unsaved data will be lost. Do you still want to cancel?

WRF_REF053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_REF - Messages from References for Materials Without History

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Unsaved data will be lost. Do you still want to cancel?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_REF053 - Unsaved data will be lost. Do you still want to cancel? ?

  The SAP error message WRF_REF053 indicates that there are unsaved changes in the current session, and the system is prompting the user to confirm whether they want to cancel the operation, which would result in the loss of those unsaved changes. This message typically appears in the context of SAP's Retail or Logistics modules, where users may be working on data entries or modifications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The primary cause of this error message is that the user has made changes to a document or data entry but has not saved those changes before attempting to exit or cancel the operation.
  User Action: The user may have clicked on a button or link that initiates a cancellation or exit process without saving their work.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Changes: Before attempting to cancel or exit, ensure that you save any changes you have made. Look for a "Save" button or use the keyboard shortcut (usually Ctrl +