How To Fix /SCDL/BO_ACTION047 - Document Deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_ACTION -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Document Deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_ACTION047 - Document Deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_ACTION047 Document Deleted typically indicates that a document or business object that you are trying to access or manipulate has been deleted from the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP BusinessObjects (BO) environments.
  Cause:
  
  Document Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the document you are trying to access has been deleted by a user or through a batch job.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, where references to the document still exist in some tables, but the actual document has been removed.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the document, leading to confusion about its existence.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or issues with the database that led to the document being marked as deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document is indeed deleted. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or table where the document is stored.
  Restore Document: If the document was deleted accidentally, check if there is a backup or if it can be restored from an archive.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. If not, adjust the user roles and authorizations accordingly.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the deletion.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or SLG1 (Application Log).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with, as they may provide insights into common issues and resolutions.
  User 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 diagnose and potentially resolve the /SCDL/BO_ACTION047 Document Deleted error in your SAP environment.