How To Fix SCTC_SC279 - Old BACKUP SEC_INFO_FILES not deleted &1&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTC_SC - CTC System Copy

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Old BACKUP SEC_INFO_FILES not deleted &1&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTC_SC279 - Old BACKUP SEC_INFO_FILES not deleted &1&2 ?

  The SAP error message SCTC_SC279 indicates that old backup security information files (SEC_INFO_FILES) have not been deleted. This can occur in the context of SAP system backups, particularly when dealing with security-related files that are no longer needed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete Cleanup: The system may not have properly cleaned up old backup files after a backup operation.
  Permissions Issues: The user or process attempting to delete the files may not have the necessary permissions to do so.
  File Locking: The files may be locked by another process, preventing their deletion.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the backup settings or retention policies that prevent old files from being deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCTC_SC279 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Manual Deletion:
  
  Navigate to the directory where the old SEC_INFO_FILES are stored.
  Manually delete the old backup security information files that are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary permissions to delete files in the backup directory.
  Adjust permissions if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use system tools to check if any processes are locking the files.
  If files are locked, terminate the locking process if it is safe to do so.
  
  
  
  Review Backup Configuration:
  
  Check the backup configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that retention policies are correctly set up.
  Adjust the settings if necessary to allow for proper cleanup of old files.
  
  
  
  Schedule Regular Cleanup:
  
  Consider implementing a regular cleanup job that automatically deletes old backup files based on your retention policy.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Backup and Recovery: Understanding the backup and recovery processes in SAP is crucial for managing security information files effectively.
  SAP Basis Administration: Familiarity with SAP Basis administration tasks can help in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to backups and file management.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.