How To Fix WTRA012 - No log found in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTRA - Runtime Analysis: Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No log found in the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTRA012 - No log found in the database ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WTRA012: No log found in the database:
  
  Error Message
  WTRA012: No log found in the database
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Change and Transport System (CTS) when the system tries to retrieve a workflow log or transport log entry from the database but cannot find any corresponding log record.
  Common causes include:
  
  The workflow or transport log has not been created or has been deleted.
  The log entry was never generated due to an incomplete or failed process.
  The log data has been archived or purged from the database.
  The system is looking for a log with an incorrect or outdated log ID.
  Database inconsistencies or missing entries due to system errors or transport issues.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to display or analyze a workflow log or transport log.
  When a workflow step or transport request references a log that does not exist.
  During troubleshooting or monitoring of workflow or transport processes.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix
  
  
  Verify the Log ID or Object Reference:
  
  Check if the log ID or workflow/transport object you are trying to access is correct.
  Ensure you are using the right transaction or report to view the log.
  
  
  
  Check if the Log Exists:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Logs) or STMS (Transport Management System) to verify if the log exists.
  If the log is missing, it might have been deleted or never created.
  
  
  
  Check for Archiving or Deletion:
  
  Logs might have been archived or deleted as part of system housekeeping.
  Check with your Basis or system admin if any archiving jobs have run.
  
  
  
  Re-run or Restart the Process:
  
  If the log is missing due to an incomplete process, try to restart or re-execute the workflow or transport request.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs and Dumps:
  
  Look for related short dumps (ST22) or system logs (SM21) that might indicate why the log was not created.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect database inconsistencies, Basis team can run consistency checks or database repairs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WTRA012.
  Sometimes, specific SAP patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWI1 – Display Workflow Logs
  STMS – Transport Management System
  SM21 – System Log
  ST22 – ABAP Runtime Errors (Dumps)
  SARA – Archive Administration (to check if logs are archived)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  Workflow (WF)
  Change and Transport System (CTS)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to WTRA012.
  Example: SAP Note 1234567 (hypothetical) might address missing workflow logs.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Log entry not found due to missing, deleted, or never created logs in the database.
  
  
  Effect
  Unable to display or process workflow or transport logs.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify log existence, check archiving, restart process, check system logs, consult SAP Notes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which transaction or process you encountered this error in), I can help tailor the solution further.