How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION098 - ARCHIVOBJECT_DELETE: Error from archive system (&1/&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 098

• Message text: ARCHIVOBJECT_DELETE: Error from archive system (&1/&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION098 - ARCHIVOBJECT_DELETE: Error from archive system (&1/&2) ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION098 ARCHIVOBJECT_DELETE: Error from archive system (&1/&2) typically indicates that there is an issue with the archiving process in SAP, specifically when trying to delete an archived object. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the archive system configuration, the state of the archived data, or the underlying database.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Archive Object Not Found: The specified archive object may not exist or may have already been deleted.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database that prevent the deletion of the archived object.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the archived object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the archive object settings or the archive file itself.
  File System Issues: The file system where the archive files are stored may have issues, such as insufficient space or file permission problems.
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files may be corrupted, preventing successful deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Object: Verify that the archive object you are trying to delete exists and is correctly specified.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the deletion has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Check Archive Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archive object in transaction SARA to ensure they are correct.
  Database Check: Check the database logs for any errors that might indicate issues with the database that could affect the deletion process.
  File System Check: Ensure that the file system where the archive files are stored has sufficient space and that the necessary permissions are set correctly.
  Consult Archive Logs: Review the archive logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if you suspect corruption or deeper system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SARA: This transaction is used for managing archiving objects in SAP. You can use it to check the status of archived objects and their configurations.
  Archive Management: Familiarize yourself with the archiving process in SAP, including how to create, manage, and delete archive files.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes related to archiving errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the S_ARC_DESTRUCTION098 error message.