How To Fix SMI_GENERAL010 - Deletion failed

SMI_GENERAL010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Deletion failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL010 - Deletion failed ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL010: Deletion failed typically occurs in the context of the SAP System Monitoring Interface (SMI) or during operations related to the deletion of certain objects, such as monitoring data, alerts, or other system-related entries. The error indicates that the system was unable to complete a deletion operation due to various potential reasons.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the specific object or data.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion of the object. For example, if the object is linked to other data that must remain intact.
  System Locking: The object may be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system might lead to deletion failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the deletion has