How To Fix WUF048 - Data lost while copying from &1 to &2: source &3, target &4

WUF048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUF -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Data lost while copying from &1 to &2: source &3, target &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WUF048 - Data lost while copying from &1 to &2: source &3, target &4 ?

  The SAP error message WUF048 indicates that there was a data loss while copying data from one object to another. This typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, such as when moving data between different systems or within the same system. The message provides details about the source and target objects involved in the operation.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The source data may be inconsistent or corrupted, leading to issues during the copying process.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the data transfer process can lead to data loss.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able to complete the data transfer successfully.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user or the system to access the source or target objects can lead to incomplete data transfer.
  Network Issues: If the data transfer involves