How To Fix WXP813 - Error when updating table TFAT: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Error when updating table TFAT: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP813 - Error when updating table TFAT: & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WXP813 related to updating table TFAT:
  
  SAP Error Message: WXP813
  Text: Error when updating table TFAT: &
  
  Cause
  
  The error WXP813 occurs during an update operation on the table TFAT.
  Table TFAT is related to the SAP Workflow system; it stores workflow container data.
  The error typically indicates a problem with updating the workflow container table, which can be caused by:
  
  Database inconsistencies or locks on the table.
  Missing or incorrect data in the workflow container.
  Authorization issues preventing the update.
  Program or user-exit errors that manipulate the workflow container incorrectly.
  Transport or system inconsistencies after an upgrade or patch.
  Buffer or memory issues in the SAP system affecting workflow processing.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Detailed Error Log:
  
  Look at the short dump (ST22) or system log (SM21) for more detailed information about the error.
  Identify if there is a database lock or constraint violation.
  
  
  
  Check Table TFAT:
  
  Use transaction SE16/SE16N to inspect the contents of table TFAT.
  Look for inconsistencies or corrupted entries related to the workflow instance in question.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Container Data:
  
  Verify that the workflow container data being updated is valid and complete.
  If custom code or user-exits are involved, review them for errors or incorrect data handling.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or process performing the update has the necessary authorizations for workflow container updates.
  
  
  
  Database Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on table TFAT or related workflow tables.
  If locks exist and are stale, consider releasing them carefully.
  
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXP813 and TFAT update errors.
  For example, SAP Notes may provide patches or corrections if this is a known bug.
  
  
  
  Workflow Runtime Environment:
  
  Restart the workflow runtime environment if necessary (transaction SWU3 or SWU_OBUF).
  Clear workflow buffers (transaction SWU_OBUF).
  
  
  
  System Consistency Checks:
  
  Run consistency checks for workflow (transaction SWI1, SWI2_FREQ).
  Repair or re-import workflow objects if corrupted.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Table TFAT: Stores workflow container data; critical for workflow execution.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE16/SE16N: View table contents.
  SM12: Check and manage locks.
  ST22: Analyze dumps.
  SM21: System log.
  SWU3: Workflow runtime environment check.
  SWI1, SWI2_FREQ: Workflow monitoring and consistency.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WXP813 or TFAT update issues.
  Workflow Development: If custom workflows or container elements are involved, review the development objects for correctness.
  
  
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