How To Fix FMCA_PRIVACY008 - Could not refresh object's data. Deletion aborted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PRIVACY -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Could not refresh object's data. Deletion aborted.

What causes this issue?

Refreshing the object's data (see Step 3 below) failed due to unknown
reasons.
The data destruction program works as follows:
Read object's data
Lock object
Refresh object's data
Decide if object must be deleted. If so, delete object.
Refreshing the object's data after locking is necessary, because the
original retrieval of data takes place before the locking and in the
meantime another user or process could have made changes to the object.
Without refreshing the data there would be the risk that the decision if
the object must be deleted would be based on outdated data.

System Response

The object for which refreshing data failed will not be processed any
further in this destruction run and in particular it will not be
deleted.

How to fix this error?

Analyzing the job log and the protocol of the destruction run could give
further hints about the original root cause. Mind the "Detail Log"
option of the destruction program. With this option you can control the
verbosity level of the log.
Execute the destruction run again. If the error persists, this indicates
a program error or inconsistent data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PRIVACY008 - Could not refresh object's data. Deletion aborted. ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_PRIVACY008: Could not refresh object's data. Deletion aborted. typically occurs in the context of managing data privacy and object deletion in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with sensitive data that is subject to privacy regulations.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The object you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user, preventing the system from refreshing its data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion or refresh the object's data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues with the data that prevent it from being refreshed.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the object you are trying to delete. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the object. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data related to the object. You may need to use specific transaction codes or tools depending on the type of object you are dealing with.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider checking the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages. You may also want to consult with your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.
  Retry the Operation: After addressing any identified issues, try to refresh the object's data and delete it again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data privacy and object management to understand the context in which this error may occur.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.