How To Fix WXP814 - Error when updating table TFATT: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Error when updating table TFATT: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP814 - Error when updating table TFATT: & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP814 Error when updating table TFATT: &
  
  Cause
  The error WXP814 occurs during an attempt to update the database table TFATT (which is related to SAPscript or Smart Forms text attributes). The placeholder & in the message is replaced by the actual error detail or key causing the failure.
  Common causes include:
  
  Database update failure: Due to database constraints, locks, or inconsistencies.
  Authorization issues: The user performing the update does not have sufficient authorization.
  Inconsistent or missing data: The data being written to TFATT violates data integrity rules.
  Transport or client copy issues: The table TFATT might be locked or inconsistent due to transport or client copy.
  Lock conflicts: Another user or process holds a lock on the TFATT table or related entries.
  Program or function module error: The program or function module updating TFATT encounters an unexpected condition.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the detailed error message:
  
  Look at the short dump (transaction ST22) or system log (SM21) for more detailed information about the error.
  
  
  Check authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to update TFATT.
  
  
  Check table locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if there are locks on TFATT or related entries. If locks are stale, consider releasing them.
  
  
  Check database consistency:
  
  Run database consistency checks or use transaction SE14 to check and adjust the database table TFATT.
  
  
  Check transport or client copy status:
  
  If the error occurs after a transport or client copy, verify that the transport was imported correctly and no inconsistencies exist.
  
  
  Debug the update process:
  
  If you have development access, debug the program or function module that updates TFATT to identify the exact cause.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WXP814 and TFATT updates. Sometimes, specific patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Table TFATT:
  
  Stores text attributes for SAPscript or Smart Forms. Errors updating this table can affect form printing or text management.
  
  
  Transaction SE11:
  
  To view the structure and technical settings of TFATT.
  
  
  Transaction SE14:
  
  For database utility to check and adjust the table.
  
  
  Transaction SM12:
  
  To check and manage locks.
  
  
  Transaction ST22:
  
  To analyze dumps related to the error.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes referencing WXP814 or TFATT.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these steps, consider raising a message with SAP Support including:
  
  The exact error message and parameters.
  The context in which the error occurs (transaction, program).
  System logs and dumps.
  Steps to reproduce the error.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  WXP814 indicates a failure updating the TFATT table, usually due to authorization, locking, or data consistency issues. Investigate locks, authorizations, and database integrity, and consult SAP Notes or support if needed.