How To Fix WRF_WSUBST017 - Database error; purchase order &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_WSUBST - Article Substitution: Messages Central Determination Logic

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Database error; purchase order &1, item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WSUBST017 - Database error; purchase order &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WSUBST017 indicates a database error related to a purchase order and its item. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the data integrity or when the system is unable to retrieve or process the required information for the specified purchase order and item.
  Causes:
  
  Database Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing or corrupted records related to the purchase order or item.
  Locking Issues: The purchase order or item may be locked by another transaction, preventing access to the required data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the purchase order or item data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the system that affect how purchase orders are processed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Integrity: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant database tables for the purchase order and item. Ensure that the records exist and are not corrupted.
  Release Locks: If the purchase order or item is locked, identify the user or process holding the lock and release it if appropriate. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchase order and item. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to purchasing and materials management to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check System Logs: Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to navigate and troubleshoot purchase orders.
  Database Tables: Key tables related to purchase orders include EKKO (Purchasing Document Header) and EKPO (Purchasing Document Item).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Understanding the role-based access control in SAP can help in diagnosing authorization-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.