How To Fix LTR2_BASIS040 - Creating retention object failed: &1

LTR2_BASIS040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_BASIS - LTR2 Basis Messages

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Creating retention object failed: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_BASIS040 - Creating retention object failed: &1 ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_BASIS040 indicates that there was a failure in creating a retention object, and the message typically includes additional information about the specific issue (represented by &1). This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's data archiving and retention management processes.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create retention objects.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the retention management settings in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: The data being processed may not meet the required consistency checks, leading to the failure.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system resource limitations.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Required master data for the retention object may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create retention objects. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and permissions