How To Fix DMS_MESSAGES021 - Document deleted successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Document deleted successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MESSAGES021 - Document deleted successfully ?

  The SAP error message "DMS_MESSAGES021 Document deleted successfully" is not actually an error message but rather an informational message indicating that a document has been successfully deleted from the Document Management System (DMS). 
  Cause:
  
  The message is triggered when a user or a process deletes a document from the DMS. It confirms that the deletion operation was completed without any issues.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message indicates a successful operation, there is no solution required. However, if you did not intend to delete the document, you may want to check the following:
  
  Review User Actions: Ensure that the user who performed the deletion had the appropriate permissions and that the action was intentional.
  Check for Backups: If the document is critical, check if there are backups or previous versions available for recovery.
  Audit Logs: Review audit logs to track who deleted the document and when, which can help in understanding the context of the deletion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Management System (DMS): SAP DMS is used for managing documents and related data in a structured way. It allows users to store, retrieve, and manage documents associated with various business processes.
  User Permissions: Ensure that users have the correct permissions to delete documents to prevent accidental deletions.
  Document Versioning: If versioning is enabled, you may be able to restore a previous version of the document instead of the deleted one.
  Training and Awareness: Providing training to users on how to manage documents in DMS can help reduce accidental deletions.
  
  If you encounter this message and it is not expected, it may be worth investigating further to ensure that the deletion was authorized and that no critical documents were lost inadvertently.