How To Fix G01516 - &1 held documents were deleted from the file

G01516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 516

• Message text: &1 held documents were deleted from the file

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G01516 - Details

• The SAP error message G01516 indicates that certain documents have been deleted from the file, which can occur in various contexts, such as during document management or when dealing with archived documents. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the documents in question have been intentionally or unintentionally deleted from the system or the archive.
  Archiving Process: If documents were archived and the archiving process was not completed correctly, it might lead to inconsistencies where the system cannot find the documents.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary permissions to access certain documents, leading to confusion about their availability.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the document management system or archiving settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the documents are indeed deleted or if they are archived. You can do this by checking