How To Fix S06836 - .Deleting unknown data &1, &2, instance &3, area &4

S06836 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S06 - SAP Netweaver Workload Collector

• Message number: 836

• Message text: .Deleting unknown data &1, &2, instance &3, area &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S06836 - .Deleting unknown data &1, &2, instance &3, area &4 ?

  The SAP error message S06836, which states "Deleting unknown data &1, &2, instance &3, area &4," typically occurs in the context of data management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with data inconsistencies or issues related to data storage areas.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often arises when the system encounters data that it cannot recognize or that is not properly linked to existing records. This can happen due to:
  
  Corrupted data entries.
  Incomplete data migration or updates.
  Manual deletions or changes that have left orphaned records.
  
  
  
  Database Issues: There may be underlying issues with the database, such as:
  
  Index corruption.
  Problems with the database schema.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to the system trying to access data that does not exist.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the affected data areas. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
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