How To Fix AD073 - Documentation for & & & has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Documentation for & & & has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD073 - Documentation for & & & has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message AD073 indicates that documentation for a specific object (represented by the placeholders &&&&) has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's documentation management system, where documentation associated with a particular object (like a material, vendor, or other master data) is no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Documentation: The most straightforward cause is that the documentation linked to the object has been intentionally deleted by a user or through a batch job.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the documentation reference still exists, but the actual documentation has been removed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view the documentation, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Documentation Status: Verify if the documentation was indeed deleted. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction (e.g., CV01N for document management) to see if the document is still present.
  Restore Documentation: If the documentation was deleted and needs to be restored, you may need to retrieve it from a backup or recreate it as necessary.
  Review Change Logs: If you have access, check the change logs to see who deleted the documentation and when. This can help in understanding the context of the deletion.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the documentation. If not, you may need to adjust the user roles or permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) for managing documentation.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on document management and error handling for more insights.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.