How To Fix D9474 - Error deleting the document file &1 from the archive &2

D9474 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Error deleting the document file &1 from the archive &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9474 - Error deleting the document file &1 from the archive &2 ?

  The SAP error message D9474, which states "Error deleting the document file &1 from the archive &2," typically occurs in the context of document management and archiving within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to delete a specific document file from the archive.
  Causes:
  
  File Locking: The document file may be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  File System Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to delete the file from the archive.
  Corrupted Archive: The archive itself may be corrupted, leading to issues when attempting to delete files.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the database that prevent the deletion of the document.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Locks: Ensure that no other processes are using the document file. You may need to