How To Fix BA404 - Deletion error

BA404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Deletion error

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the deletion of one of the retrieved files or
the corresponding management data.

System Response

The file or the management data will not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Check the files and the entries for file name/logical path in archive
management. You also have the option to delete the retrieved files and
the entries for file name/logical path, manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA404 - Deletion error ?

  The SAP error message BA404 typically indicates a deletion error related to a business object, such as a document or a record in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the deletion of a business transaction, master data, or other related objects.
  Cause of BA404 Deletion Error
  The BA404 error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete may have dependencies or linked records that prevent its deletion. For example, if there are open transactions or related documents, the system will not allow the deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object. This can be due to role restrictions or missing permissions.
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system may have integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of certain records to maintain data consistency.
  
  
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict the deletion of specific types of