How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL212 - An error occured during deletion of traces, last records weren't deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: An error occured during deletion of traces, last records weren't deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL212 - An error occured during deletion of traces, last records weren't deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL212 indicates that there was an issue during the deletion of trace records in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. This error typically arises when the system encounters a problem while trying to delete certain log or trace entries, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The records you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or transaction, preventing the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the trace records.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data that is preventing the deletion.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the EWM system could lead to issues with trace management.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system resource limitations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database tables related to the trace records. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other processes to complete or manually release the locks if appropriate.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the deletion process.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to identify and resolve any data integrity issues. This may involve using transaction DB02 or similar tools.
  
  
  System Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to trace management in EWM to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or specific guidance based on the version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1 (Application Log), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Extended Warehouse Management to understand the trace management functionality and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.