How To Fix EARC224 - Program stop: Error deleting in a database table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Program stop: Error deleting in a database table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC224 - Program stop: Error deleting in a database table ?

  The SAP error message EARC224, which indicates a program stop due to an error deleting in a database table, typically arises from issues related to database operations. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The record you are trying to delete may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the deletion.
  Foreign Key Constraints: The record may be referenced by other tables, and the deletion violates referential integrity constraints.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary permissions to delete records from the specified table.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the deletion from being processed correctly.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database corruption or problems with the database connection.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the table or records you are trying to delete. If locks are found, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  Review Foreign Key Constraints: Check if the record is being referenced in other tables. If so, you may need to delete or update those references before you can delete the record.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform delete operations on the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any data integrity issues. This may involve using transaction codes like SE14 for database utility.
  Check for Technical Errors: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any technical errors that may provide more context on the issue. If necessary, consult with your database administrator to check for database health and performance issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify the exact point of failure and gather more information about the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message EARC224. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for additional insights and user experiences related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.