How To Fix F9232 - Archive index for &1 &2 could not be completely deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F9 - Messages from all FI Archiving and Deletion Programs

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Archive index for &1 &2 could not be completely deleted

What causes this issue?

Parts of the archive index entry could not be removed from the
database. An unexpected block was set in the database or there are
inconsistencies in the database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F9232 - Archive index for &1 &2 could not be completely deleted ?

  The SAP error message F9232 indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to delete an archive index for a specific object. This error typically arises during the archiving or deletion process of archived data in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incomplete Archive Process: The archive process may not have completed successfully, leaving behind an incomplete index.
  Database Locking Issues: There may be locks on the database that prevent the deletion of the archive index.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files themselves may be corrupted or not properly formatted.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving settings or the archive object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Archive Logs: Review the archive logs to identify any issues that occurred during the archiving process. This can provide insights into why the index could not be deleted.
  
  
  Verify Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the deletion. If locks are found, you may need to release them.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the archive index. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  Re-run Archive Deletion: If the archive process was incomplete, you may need to re-run the archive deletion process. Use transaction SARA to manage archiving and deletion.
  
  
  Check Archive Files: Verify the integrity of the archive files. If they are corrupted, you may need to restore them from a backup or recreate them.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to the error message F9232 for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on archiving and data management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.