How To Fix ESH_ADAPT_MSG038 - Records with connection GUID &1 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_ADAPT_MSG - Adapter Messages

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Records with connection GUID &1 could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Due to database inconsistencies<(>,<)> the records of table
ESH_ADM_GEN_CONN with the connection GUID specified could not be
deleted.

How to fix this error?

Repair the database inconsistencies manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG038 - Records with connection GUID &1 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ESH_ADAPT_MSG038 indicates that there was an issue when attempting to delete records associated with a specific connection GUID in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver system, where records are managed and indexed.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Record Locking: The records you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion.
  Non-Existent Records: The records associated with the specified connection GUID may not exist in the database, leading to a failure in the deletion process.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the records.
  Database Constraints: There may be database constraints or foreign key relationships that prevent the deletion of the records.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Record Locking:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the records you are trying to delete. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  
  
  
  Verify Record Existence:
  
  Ensure that the records associated with the connection GUID actually exist in the database. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete records. You can check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Review Database Constraints:
  
  Investigate any database constraints that may be preventing the deletion. This may involve checking foreign key relationships or other dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for further assistance. They may need to investigate the underlying database or system issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (Lock Entries), SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Enterprise Search and data management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.