How To Fix D9473 - Error deleting the document file &1 from the SAP database

D9473 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Error deleting the document file &1 from the SAP database

What causes this issue?

The document file &v1& does not exist in the SAP database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9473 - Error deleting the document file &1 from the SAP database ?

  The SAP error message D9473, which states "Error deleting the document file &1 from the SAP database," typically occurs when there is an issue with the deletion of a document or file associated with a business object in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The underlying file system may have restrictions or issues that prevent the deletion of the document.
  Database Locking: The document may be locked by another process or user, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the document.
  Document Not Found: The document may not exist in the database, leading to an error when attempting to delete it.
  Corrupted Document: The document may be corrupted or in an inconsistent state, causing the deletion process to fail.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the document management system (DMS) or the content repository.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that