How To Fix WS337 - The application log could not be initialized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 337

• Message text: The application log could not be initialized

What causes this issue?

The application log could not be initialized.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

This is usually due to an internal program error.

Procedure for System Administrators

Please contact SAP.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS337 - The application log could not be initialized ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS337 - The application log could not be initialized
  
  Cause:
  The error message WS337 typically occurs when the SAP system is unable to initialize or access the application log. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing or inconsistent application log object: The log object or subobject required for the application log is not defined or is corrupted.
  Authorization issues: The user or the system process does not have sufficient authorization to access or create the application log.
  Database or table inconsistencies: The underlying tables for application logs (e.g., BALHDR, BALDAT) might be inconsistent or locked.
  Memory or resource limitations: Insufficient system resources or memory to initialize the log.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: If the application log object was transported incorrectly or incompletely between systems.
  Incorrect parameters or missing configuration: The program or function module calling the application log might be passing incorrect parameters or the log object is not properly configured.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Application Log Object and Subobject:
  
  Use transaction SLG0 to verify that the application log object and subobject exist and are correctly defined.
  If missing, create or correct the log object and subobject.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or background job has the necessary authorizations for application log objects.
  Check authorization objects like S_LOG and S_LOG_OBJ.
  
  
  
  Check Database Tables:
  
  Verify the consistency of application log tables (BALHDR, BALDAT, BALDAT_H).
  Run database consistency checks or use transaction DB02 or SE14 to check and repair tables if needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on application log tables or related objects.
  Remove stale locks if found.
  
  
  
  Check Program Parameters:
  
  Review the program or function module that triggers the application log.
  Ensure correct log object and subobject names are passed.
  
  
  
  System Resources:
  
  Check system memory and resources.
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for related errors.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Repair Transport:
  
  If the log object was transported, verify the transport logs.
  Re-import or repair the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message number WS337 or related keywords.
  Apply any recommended patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG0 – Define Application Log Object
  SLG1 – Display Application Log
  SM12 – Lock Entries
  SM21 – System Log
  SE14 – Database Utility (for table checks)
  DB02 – Database Performance Monitor
  
  
  
  SAP Tables:
  
  BALHDR – Application Log Header
  BALDAT – Application Log Data
  BALDAT_H – Application Log Data (History)
  
  
  
  Common Function Modules:
  
  BAL_LOG_CREATE – Create Application Log
  BAL_LOG_MSG_ADD – Add Message to Log
  BAL_DB_SAVE – Save Log to Database
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The WS337 error indicates a failure to initialize the application log, often due to missing or incorrect log object definitions, authorization issues, or database inconsistencies. The resolution involves verifying and correcting the log object setup, ensuring proper authorizations, checking database integrity, and reviewing the calling program parameters.
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, program or transaction involved), I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.