How To Fix SODQ320 - Subscription &1 already deleted (ODQ cleanup job deletes requests)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SODQ - Operational Delta Queue

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Subscription &1 already deleted (ODQ cleanup job deletes requests)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SODQ320 - Subscription &1 already deleted (ODQ cleanup job deletes requests) ?

  The SAP error message SODQ320 indicates that a subscription (in this case, identified by &1) has already been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of the Operational Data Queue (ODQ) cleanup job, which is responsible for managing and deleting old or unnecessary requests from the queue.
  Cause:
  
  ODQ Cleanup Job: The error is primarily caused by the ODQ cleanup job that runs periodically to delete old subscriptions and requests from the queue. If a subscription is already deleted when an attempt is made to access it, this error will be triggered.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same subscription simultaneously, one process may delete the subscription while another is trying to access it.
  Manual Deletion: A user or administrator may have manually deleted the subscription before the job attempted to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Subscription Status: Verify the status of the subscription in question. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes or tables in SAP that manage subscriptions.
  Review Cleanup Job Configuration: Ensure that the ODQ cleanup job is configured correctly and is running as expected. You may want to check the job logs for any errors or warnings that could provide more context.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your processes to gracefully manage situations where a subscription may have been deleted. This could involve checking the existence of the subscription before attempting to access it.
  Recreate Subscription: If the subscription is critical and has been deleted unintentionally, you may need to recreate it based on your business requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the ODQ and the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ODQ1, ODQ2, or ODQ3 for managing subscriptions and queues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the ODQ cleanup job and the SODQ320 error.
  System Logs: Review system logs (SM21) and job logs (SM37) for additional context around the error occurrence.
  Performance Considerations: If the cleanup job is running too frequently or is not optimized, it may lead to performance issues or unintended deletions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.