How To Fix FMCA_PRIVACY015 - Deletion failed

FMCA_PRIVACY015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PRIVACY -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Deletion failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PRIVACY015 - Deletion failed ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_PRIVACY015, which indicates "Deletion failed," typically arises in the context of managing privacy-related data, particularly when dealing with the deletion of personal data in compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The data you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be dependencies or constraints in the database that prevent the deletion of the data.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the privacy management settings could lead to deletion failures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Locks: Verify if the data is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the data. This can be checked