How To Fix ARC_DAS_CON117 - Legal hold not propagated; see the application log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARC_DAS_CON - XML DAS Connector: Messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Legal hold not propagated; see the application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARC_DAS_CON117 - Legal hold not propagated; see the application log ?

  The SAP error message ARC_DAS_CON117 indicates that a legal hold has not been propagated as expected. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Archiving and Records Management (ARM) functionalities, particularly when dealing with legal holds on documents or records.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the legal hold settings or in the archiving object settings.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to propagate the legal hold.
  Application Logic Errors: There could be issues in the application logic that prevent the legal hold from being applied correctly.
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints or issues in the database that prevent the legal hold from being propagated.
  Inconsistent Data: The data related to the legal hold may be inconsistent or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Application Log: The error message suggests checking the application log for more detailed information. Use transaction code SLG1 to view the logs related to the legal hold process. Look for any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more context.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the legal hold configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in the relevant archiving object and ensuring that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the legal hold has the necessary authorizations. Check the roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Verify the consistency of the data related to the legal hold. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to legal holds and archiving. There may be specific notes or patches that address known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the details from the application log and any other relevant information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ARC_DAS_CON117 or legal holds in the SAP Support Portal.
  Legal Hold Process: Understand the overall legal hold process in SAP, including how it interacts with archiving and records management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ARC_DAS_CON117 error message.