How To Fix Q6606 - Infostructure &1, file &2: Delete program running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 606

• Message text: Infostructure &1, file &2: Delete program running

What causes this issue?

The delete program for archiving object &V4& is currently running and
is processing archive file &V2&. As a result, infostructure &V1& is
being built.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the delete runs have completed for archiving object &V4&.
If, at present, no delete runs are in process, the delete program has
probably terminated. If you restart the delete program, infostructure
&V1& is also repeated.
This message can also appear for files for which the delete run can no
longer be started or that should be reloaded. In these cases, you
should delete the archiving session &V3& for infostructure &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6606 - Infostructure &1, file &2: Delete program running ?

  The SAP error message Q6606 indicates that there is a problem with the infostructure in the context of a deletion process. Specifically, it suggests that a delete program is currently running for the specified infostructure and file, which prevents any other operations from being performed on it until the delete process is completed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A delete program for the specified infostructure is already in progress.
  Another user or process is attempting to access or modify the same infostructure while the delete operation is still active.
  There may be a lock on the infostructure or file due to the ongoing delete operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the Q6606 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If you are aware of a delete program that is currently running, wait for it to complete. Once the delete operation finishes, you should be able to proceed with your intended action.
  
  
  Check for Running Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check if there are any background jobs related to the delete operation that are still running. If you find such jobs, you can monitor their status.
  
  
  Identify Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the infostructure or file. If you find locks that are not being released, you may need to investigate further to determine the cause.
  
  
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to identify the cause or if the delete program seems to be stuck, contact your SAP Basis administrator. They can help investigate the issue further and may need to terminate the running job if it is not completing as expected.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any additional information that might indicate why the delete program is taking longer than expected or if there are any errors associated with it.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: Once you have confirmed that the delete program has completed and there are no locks, you can retry the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infostructure: In SAP, an infostructure is a data structure that stores summarized information for reporting and analysis purposes. It is often used in the context of logistics and production planning.
  Delete Programs: These are background jobs that remove data from the infostructure, which can be scheduled or triggered manually.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 for job monitoring, SM12 for lock entries, and SLG1 for application logs to help troubleshoot issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the Q6606 error and continue with your work in SAP.