How To Fix COM_DML_CUST172 - Archiving object & could not be deleted

COM_DML_CUST172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_CUST - MDF Messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Archiving object & could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_CUST172 - Archiving object & could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_CUST172 typically indicates that there is an issue with the archiving process for a specific object, and it states that the archiving object could not be deleted. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with data archiving in SAP systems.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Dependencies: The archiving object may have dependencies or references in other tables or objects that prevent it from being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the archiving object.
  Incomplete Archiving Process: The archiving process may not have been completed successfully, leaving the object in a state that cannot be deleted.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the archiving object that are not set correctly, leading to issues during deletion.
  Database Constraints: There may be database constraints or locks that prevent the deletion of the archiving object.
  
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