How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION019 - Destruction run terminated: unable to generate application log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_DESTRUCTION - ILM: Data Destruction Message Class

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Destruction run terminated: unable to generate application log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION019 - Destruction run terminated: unable to generate application log ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION019 indicates that a destruction run has been terminated because the system was unable to generate an application log. This error typically occurs in the context of archiving or data destruction processes within SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the destruction run may not have the necessary authorizations to create application logs.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the creation of logs, such as insufficient space or connectivity problems.
  Configuration Issues: The application log configuration may not be set up correctly, or there may be missing or incorrect settings in the logging framework.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are preventing the log from being generated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create application logs. You can check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check Database Status:
  
  Verify that the database is running correctly and that there is sufficient space available. You can check the database logs for any errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Review Application Log Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for application logging in transaction SLG0 (Application Log: Maintain Object). Ensure that the relevant log object is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Destruction Process:
  
  After addressing any identified issues, try to re-run the destruction process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SM21: System Log
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on archiving and application logging for more detailed information on best practices and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the S_ARC_DESTRUCTION019 error.