How To Fix /SCA/CL_AMON_MSG_SPP044 - Action '&1' can only be executed if "Retain Alert" indicator is not set

/SCA/CL_AMON_MSG_SPP044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/CL_AMON_MSG_SPP -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Action '&1' can only be executed if "Retain Alert" indicator is not set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/CL_AMON_MSG_SPP044 - Action '&1' can only be executed if "Retain Alert" indicator is not set ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/CL_AMON_MSG_SPP044 indicates that a specific action cannot be executed because the "Retain Alert" indicator is set. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Alert Management, where alerts are generated based on certain conditions or events in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to perform an action (denoted by &1 in the message) on an alert that has the "Retain Alert" indicator activated. This indicator is used to keep the alert in the system for further analysis or review, and certain actions cannot be performed on alerts that are retained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to do the following:
  
  
  Check the Alert Status: Verify the status of the alert you are trying to act upon. If it is marked with the "Retain Alert" indicator, you will need to change this setting.
  
  
  Change the Retain Alert Indicator:
  
  Navigate to the alert management transaction (e.g., transaction code ALRTCATDEF or