How To Fix OA090 - SAP ArchiveLink (entry could not be deleted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 090

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink (entry could not be deleted)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA090 - SAP ArchiveLink (entry could not be deleted) ?

  The SAP error message OA090 indicates that an entry in the ArchiveLink system could not be deleted. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Document Locking: The document you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process. This can prevent deletion.
  Missing Authorization: The user attempting to delete the entry may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Database Constraints: There may be database constraints or dependencies that prevent the deletion of the entry.
  Archiving Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion, such as being archived or in a workflow.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the ArchiveLink configuration or the underlying database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Locking: Ensure that the document is not locked by another user. You can check the lock entries using transaction code SM12.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete documents in ArchiveLink. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  Review Database Constraints: Check for any database constraints that might prevent deletion. This may require assistance from a database administrator.
  Check Archiving Status: Verify the status of the document in the ArchiveLink system. If it is archived, you may need to unarchive it before deletion.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into why the deletion failed.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAAD: Archive Administration
  OAC0: Archive Link Configuration
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ArchiveLink for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to ArchiveLink and the OA090 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OA090 error and implement a solution to resolve it.