How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION048 - Step 1: Starting destruction of resources on XML DAS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Step 1: Starting destruction of resources on XML DAS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION048 - Step 1: Starting destruction of resources on XML DAS ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION048 typically indicates an issue related to the destruction of resources in the context of the Data Archiving Service (DAS) in SAP. This error can occur during the process of archiving or deleting data, particularly when the system is trying to start the destruction of archived resources.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the Data Archiving Service.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the destruction process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the data.
  Resource Locks: The resources that are being targeted for destruction may be locked or in use by another process.
  Incomplete Archiving: If the archiving process was not completed successfully, it may lead to issues when trying to destroy the resources.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the S_ARC_DESTRUCTION048 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object and ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the destruction of resources. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Check Resource Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the resources that are being targeted for destruction. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other processes to complete or manually release the locks if appropriate.
  
  
  Database Consistency: Ensure that the database is in a consistent state. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  
  Retry the Process: After addressing the above points, try to restart the destruction process. You can do this in transaction SARA by selecting the relevant archiving object and executing the destruction step again.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SLG1 (Application Log), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data archiving and the Data Archiving Service for best practices and guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.