How To Fix /SCMB/TDL_DAO068 - Error while deleting time series

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TDL_DAO -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Error while deleting time series

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_DAO068 - Error while deleting time series ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TDL_DAO068 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with time series data in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM). This error indicates that there was an issue while attempting to delete a time series.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be dependencies or references to the time series data that prevent it from being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the time series.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database or the application logic that is preventing the deletion.
  Locked Objects: The time series data might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the deletion process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no active dependencies or references to the time series you are trying to delete. This may involve checking related data or objects that might be using the time series.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting to delete the time series has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the time series data. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the data.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context about the failure. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team. They can help investigate any underlying database issues or system configurations that may be causing the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SLG1 (Application Log), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SCMB/TDL_DAO068 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.