How To Fix WXP798 - Error when updating table MCSMET: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 798

• Message text: Error when updating table MCSMET: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP798 - Error when updating table MCSMET: & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP798 Error when updating table MCSMET: &
  
  Cause:
  The error WXP798 typically occurs during the update of the table MCSMET in SAP. This table is related to the SAP Workflow system, specifically to the workflow container elements or metadata.
  The error usually indicates a problem with the update task in the SAP Workflow engine, such as:
  
  A lock or update conflict on the table MCSMET.
  Inconsistent or incorrect data being written to the table.
  A missing or incorrect key field value during the update.
  A runtime error in the workflow container or during the workflow execution that tries to update this table.
  Possible authorization issues or database inconsistencies.
  
  The placeholder & in the message usually contains additional information or the specific error detail, such as a database error code or a short description.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WXP798 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Detailed Error Message:
  
  Look at the short dump (transaction ST22) or the workflow log (transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ) to get more details about the error.
  Identify the exact cause or the value of the placeholder &.
  
  
  
  Check Table Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if there are any locks on the table MCSMET.
  If locks exist and are stale, consider releasing them carefully.
  
  
  
  Verify Workflow Container Data:
  
  Check the workflow container elements and ensure that the data being passed is consistent and valid.
  Use transaction SWO1 to inspect the workflow object and container.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user or background job running the workflow has the necessary authorizations to update the table MCSMET.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Run database consistency checks or consult your Basis team to verify the integrity of the table MCSMET.
  
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXP798 and MCSMET update errors.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the workflow update process to identify where the error occurs.
  Use transaction SWUD or SWDD to analyze the workflow definition.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Table MCSMET:
  
  This table stores metadata related to SAP Workflow container elements or workflow metadata.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST22: ABAP Runtime Errors (Short Dumps)
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SWI1: Workflow Logs
  SWI2_FREQ: Workflow Logs for a specific object
  SWO1: Workflow Object Builder
  SWUD / SWDD: Workflow Builder / Workflow Definition
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WXP798 or issues with MCSMET updates.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact text or additional details from the placeholder &, I can help you further narrow down the cause and solution.