How To Fix WUE046 - Price deactivation: process number &1 with &2 items has been started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUE - Messages in package WAKT_ADD_ON

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Price deactivation: process number &1 with &2 items has been started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WUE046 - Price deactivation: process number &1 with &2 items has been started ?

  The SAP error message WUE046 indicates that a price deactivation process has been initiated, but it may not have completed successfully. This message typically arises in the context of managing pricing conditions in SAP, particularly when dealing with pricing deactivations in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Process Overload: The system may be experiencing a high volume of transactions, leading to delays or timeouts in processing the price deactivation.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data related to the pricing conditions that are being deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the pricing procedure or related master data can lead to problems during the deactivation process.
  Locks or Conflicts: Other processes or transactions may be locking the necessary data, preventing the deactivation from completing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor the status of the background job associated with the price deactivation. Look for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any detailed error messages or warnings that can provide more context on the issue.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that the data related to the pricing conditions is consistent and does not have any integrity issues. This may involve checking the condition records and related master data.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for pricing procedures to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Retry the Process: If the process was interrupted, you may need to manually restart the price deactivation process.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SLG1: To view application logs.
  SE11: To check table definitions related to pricing.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pricing procedures and deactivation processes.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.