How To Fix LTR2_ES_UTILS012 - Deleting snapshot &1 failed: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_ES_UTILS - Messages for Embedded Specification Utilities

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Deleting snapshot &1 failed: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_ES_UTILS012 - Deleting snapshot &1 failed: &2 ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_ES_UTILS012 indicates that there was a failure when attempting to delete a snapshot in the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) Replication Server. The message format is as follows:
  Deleting snapshot &1 failed: &2
  Where &1 typically represents the snapshot identifier and &2 provides additional details about the error.
  Possible Causes
  
  Snapshot Not Found: The specified snapshot may not exist or may have already been deleted.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary permissions to delete the snapshot.
  Active Replication: The snapshot may be in use or linked to an active replication process, preventing its deletion.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues, such as locks or constraints, that are preventing the deletion.
  Configuration Errors: There could be misconfigurations in the SLT setup that are causing the deletion to fail.
  
  Solutions
  
  Verify Snapshot Existence: Check if the snapshot identified by &1 exists in the system. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using the SLT monitoring tools.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete snapshots. You may need to adjust roles or permissions in the SAP system.
  Stop Active Replications: If the snapshot is in use, stop any active replication processes that are associated with it before attempting to delete the snapshot again.
  Database Lock Check: Investigate if there are any locks on the database that might be preventing the deletion. You can use database tools to check for locks and resolve them.
  Review Logs: Check the SLT logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into why the deletion failed. This can help identify specific issues that need to be addressed.
  Configuration Review: Review the SLT configuration settings to ensure everything is set up correctly. Look for any discrepancies that might affect snapshot management.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SLT and snapshot management for any known issues or patches that might address the error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SLT for guidance on managing snapshots and troubleshooting common issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the LTR2_ES_UTILS012 error message.