How To Fix 5A684 - Deletion of & & & ran without errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 684

• Message text: Deletion of & & & ran without errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A684 - Deletion of & & & ran without errors ?

  The SAP error message 5A684 typically indicates that a deletion process for a specific object (like a document, record, or entry) has been executed without any errors, but it may not have produced the expected results or may have left some residual data. This message can occur in various contexts, such as during data archiving, deletion of master data, or other cleanup processes.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Found: The deletion process was executed, but there were no records to delete, which can lead to confusion if the user expected some records to be removed.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria used to select the records for deletion may not have matched any existing records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or delete certain records, leading to a situation where the deletion appears successful but no records were actually affected.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent certain records from being deleted, even if the deletion process runs without errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used for the deletion process to ensure they are correct and match the intended records.
  Review Logs: Check the logs or output messages from the deletion process for any additional information that might indicate why no records were deleted.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the deletion has the necessary authorizations to delete the intended records.
  Data Consistency Check: If applicable, run consistency checks on the data to ensure that there are no underlying issues preventing deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the object type being deleted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (like SARA for archiving, or others for master data management) that can provide more detailed logs or options for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or the process you are working with.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the message and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.