How To Fix ILM_STOR_WD206 - &1 items could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_WD - ILM Storage: WebDAV Message Class

• Message number: 206

• Message text: &1 items could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_WD206 - &1 items could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_WD206 indicates that a certain number of items could not be deleted during an Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) process. This error typically arises when there are issues related to the deletion of data that is managed by ILM, such as retention periods, data archiving, or data that is still in use.
  Causes:
  
  
  Retention Periods: The items you are trying to delete may still be within their defined retention periods. ILM is designed to prevent the deletion of data that is still required for compliance or business purposes.
  
  
  Data Locking: The items may be locked due to ongoing processes or transactions that are using the data. This can prevent deletion.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to the items in other data objects, which can prevent their deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the specified items.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the deletion process from completing successfully.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Retention Periods: Review the retention periods set for the items you are trying to delete. If they are still within the retention period, you will need to wait until the period expires or adjust the retention settings if appropriate.
  
  
  Release Locks: Ensure that there are no active processes or transactions that are locking the items. You may need to check for any background jobs or user sessions that are using the data.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or references to the items in other data objects. You may need to resolve these dependencies before attempting deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues or database inconsistencies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the ILM configuration settings in your SAP system, including retention management and data archiving processes.
  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 ILM for best practices and guidelines on managing data retention and deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ILM_STOR_WD206 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.