How To Fix WXP797 - Error when updating table TWISPC_PLHVST: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 797

• Message text: Error when updating table TWISPC_PLHVST: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP797 - Error when updating table TWISPC_PLHVST: & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP797 Error when updating table TWISPC_PLHVST: &?
  
  1. Cause
  
  The error WXP797 typically occurs during an update operation on the table TWISPC_PLHVST.
  This table is related to SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or Work Clearance Management (WCM), specifically dealing with permit handling or plant safety clearance.
  The error indicates that an update to the database table failed. The placeholder & usually contains additional information or the specific error cause (e.g., a database constraint violation, lock issue, or authorization problem).
  Common causes include:
  
  Database lock conflicts: Another user or process is locking the record.
  Authorization issues: The user does not have sufficient rights to update the table.
  Data inconsistencies or constraint violations: The data being updated violates database constraints (e.g., foreign key, unique key).
  Program or enhancement errors: Custom code or user exits modifying the update process incorrectly.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: Missing or inconsistent customizing or master data.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  
  Check the detailed error message: Look at the short dump or system log (transaction ST22 or SM21) to get the exact cause replacing the & placeholder.
  Check locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if the record in TWISPC_PLHVST is locked by another user or process. If so, wait or coordinate to release the lock.
  Verify authorizations: Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to update the table. Check roles and profiles.
  Check data consistency: Validate the data being updated. Make sure all mandatory fields are filled and no constraints are violated.
  Debug the update process: If the error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, debug the code to identify the root cause.
  Check transport/import logs: If the error started after a transport, verify that all related customizing and master data are consistent.
  SAP Notes and Support: Search for SAP Notes related to WXP797 and TWISPC_PLHVST for known issues and patches.
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Table TWISPC_PLHVST:
  
  This table is part of the Work Clearance Management (WCM) module and stores permit header data for plant safety clearances.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  IW32 / IW33: Change / Display Maintenance Orders (where permits might be handled)  
  WCM related transactions: For managing work permits and clearances.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes mentioning WXP797 or issues with TWISPC_PLHVST updates.
  Example note search keywords: WXP797, TWISPC_PLHVST update error, Work Clearance Management update error.
  
  
  
  Debugging Tips:  
  
  Use SE11 to check table structure and constraints.  
  Use SM13 to check update records and errors.  
  Use ST22 for dumps related to the error.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Error
  WXP797 Error when updating table TWISPC_PLHVST: &
  
  
  Cause
  Database update failure due to lock, authorization, data inconsistency, or program error
  
  
  Solution
  Check locks (SM12), authorizations, data consistency, debug program, check SAP Notes
  
  
  Related
  Work Clearance Management, Plant Maintenance, SAP Notes, transactions IW32/IW33
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact text replacing the & placeholder or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you further narrow down the cause and solution.