How To Fix WY173 - Data was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Data was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY173 - Data was deleted ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WY173 - Data was deleted
  
  Cause:
  The error message WY173 - Data was deleted typically occurs in SAP Workflow or related modules when the system tries to access or process data that has already been deleted from the database. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  A workflow or process is referencing an object (e.g., a document, master data, or a workflow container element) that no longer exists because it was deleted manually or by another process.
  The workflow runtime attempts to read or update data that was removed after the workflow was started.
  In some cases, this error can occur if there is inconsistent data or if the workflow container elements are not properly synchronized with the underlying database objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WY173 - Data was deleted error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Object:
  
  Identify which data object or document the workflow or process is trying to access.
  Verify if the object still exists in the system (e.g., check the document number, master data record, or database table entries).
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Logs:
  
  Use transaction SWI1 (Workflow Log) or SWI2_FREQ to analyze the workflow instance and find the exact step where the error occurred.
  Check the container elements and the data being passed to the workflow.
  
  
  
  Restore or Recreate Data:
  
  If the data was deleted unintentionally, restore it if possible.
  If the data cannot be restored, consider adjusting the workflow or process to handle the missing data gracefully.
  
  
  
  Adjust Workflow Logic:
  
  Modify the workflow to check for the existence of the data before processing.
  Implement error handling or alternative paths if the data is missing.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If custom code or user exits are involved, review them to ensure they handle deleted or missing data properly.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant tables if data inconsistencies are suspected.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 – Workflow Log: Analyze workflow errors and logs.
  SWI2_FREQ – Workflow Runtime Errors: Check frequent errors in workflows.
  SE16 / SE16N – Data Browser: Check the existence of data in tables.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WY173 or workflow errors involving deleted data.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Workflow triggered on a document that was deleted after workflow start.
  Workflow container elements referencing deleted master data.
  Background jobs or batch processes deleting data while workflows are still active.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., module, transaction, or scenario where the error occurs), I can help with a more specific diagnosis and solution.