How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION047 - Starting processing of destruction worklist &1 of &2 (type: &4, ID: &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Starting processing of destruction worklist &1 of &2 (type: &4, ID: &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION047 - Starting processing of destruction worklist &1 of &2 (type: &4, ID: &3) ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION047 typically relates to issues encountered during the processing of a destruction worklist in the Archive Management component of SAP. This message indicates that there is a problem with the destruction worklist that is being processed.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the archiving object or the destruction worklist.
  Data Integrity Issues: Problems with the data that is supposed to be archived or destroyed, such as missing or inconsistent records.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the destruction process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Technical Errors: System errors or bugs in the SAP system that prevent the destruction process from completing successfully.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S_ARC_DESTRUCTION047 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the archiving object and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the destruction worklist is properly defined and that all necessary parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data that is included in the destruction worklist for any inconsistencies or missing records.
  Ensure that the data to be destroyed is eligible for destruction according to the archiving object’s rules.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the destruction process has the necessary authorizations. You can check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Look for any specific error codes or messages that can guide you to the root cause.
  
  
  
  System Health Check:
  
  Perform a system health check to ensure that there are no underlying technical issues affecting the SAP system.
  Check for any recent changes or updates that may have impacted the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SLG1 (Application Log) for managing archiving and reviewing logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Archive Management and destruction processes for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the S_ARC_DESTRUCTION047 error message.