How To Fix RSPC189 - At least 3 logs must be kept

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPC - Process Chains

• Message number: 189

• Message text: At least 3 logs must be kept

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPC189 - At least 3 logs must be kept ?

  The SAP error message RSPC189, which states "At least 3 logs must be kept," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Process Chain (transaction code RSPC). This error indicates that the system requires a minimum of three logs to be retained for a particular process chain or job. This is a safeguard to ensure that there is enough historical data for analysis and troubleshooting.
  Cause:
  
  Log Retention Settings: The system is configured to retain a minimum number of logs for process chains, and the current settings or the execution of the process chain have resulted in fewer than the required number of logs being kept.
  Log Deletion: Logs may have been deleted manually or through a scheduled job, leading to a situation where the number of retained logs falls below the required threshold.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings for log retention in the process chain.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Log Retention Settings:
  
  Go to transaction RSPC and check the settings for the specific process chain.
  Ensure that the log retention settings are configured to keep at least three logs.
  
  
  
  Review and Adjust Log Deletion Jobs:
  
  Check if there are any background jobs scheduled for log deletion that might be removing logs too aggressively.
  Adjust the settings of these jobs to ensure that they do not delete logs prematurely.
  
  
  
  Manually Retain Logs:
  
  If necessary, you can manually adjust the logs to ensure that at least three are retained. This may involve re-running the process chain or adjusting the retention policy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to process chain logging and retention to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  System Administration:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or system administration team to check for any underlying issues with the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance), RSPC_LOG (Process Chain Log).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on log retention settings.
  Process Chain Monitoring: Regularly monitor process chains and their logs to ensure that they are functioning correctly and that logs are being retained as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPC189 error and ensure that your process chains maintain the required log retention.