How To Fix WRF_WSUBST025 - Read material &1 receiving plant &2; database error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Read material &1 receiving plant &2; database error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WSUBST025 - Read material &1 receiving plant &2; database error ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WSUBST025 typically indicates a database error encountered while trying to read material data for a specific material and receiving plant. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the processing of a sales order, purchase order, or when performing material master data operations.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: The most common cause is a problem with the database itself, such as a connection issue, database corruption, or a timeout.
  Missing Data: The material or plant specified in the error message may not exist in the database, or there may be missing entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material or plant data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the system that prevent proper access to the required data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, there may be inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Verify Material and Plant: Check if the material and plant specified in the error message exist in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) and OX10 (Maintain Plant).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and plant data.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect database corruption, you may need to run consistency checks or consult your database administrator.
  Re-transport Objects: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transporting the objects or checking for any missing dependencies.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), OX10 (Maintain Plant), and SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or patches that may resolve the problem.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to material management and plant data to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the WRF_WSUBST025 error in your SAP system.