How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG018 - Start deletion of (&1: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Start deletion of (&1: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG018 - Start deletion of (&1: &2) ?

  The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG018 typically indicates an issue related to the deletion of an object in the SAP system, specifically in the context of the Enterprise Search (ESH) framework. The message format suggests that it is informing you about the start of a deletion process for a specific object identified by parameters (&1: &2), where &1 usually represents the object type and &2 represents the object identifier.
  Cause:
  
  Object Deletion Request: The error may occur when there is a request to delete an object that is either not found or is in a state that does not allow deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the specified object.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the ESH settings or the underlying data model that prevent the deletion from proceeding.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There could be dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion of the object, such as relationships with other objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object you are trying to delete actually exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the object using its identifier.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations on the specified object type.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the ESH and ensure that they are correctly set up to allow deletions.
  Examine Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or constraints related to the object that might be preventing its deletion. This may involve checking related objects or data integrity rules.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or system logs for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context about why the deletion is failing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 to check application logs or SE11 to look at the data dictionary for the object in question.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Enterprise Search and the specific object type you are dealing with for more detailed information on deletion processes.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the ESH_IEF_MSG018 error message.