How To Fix SRAL_RECORDER009 - Recording '&1', Channel ID '&2' cannot be deleted, user '&3' is recording

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL_RECORDER - Read Access Logging: Messages for Recorder

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Recording '&1', Channel ID '&2' cannot be deleted, user '&3' is recording

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRAL_RECORDER009 - Recording '&1', Channel ID '&2' cannot be deleted, user '&3' is recording ?

  The SAP error message SRAL_RECORDER009 indicates that a recording cannot be deleted because it is currently in use by a user. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's recording functionality, which is often used for process automation or data entry tasks.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A user is actively recording a session or process using the SAP recording tool.
  Another user or process attempts to delete the same recording while it is still in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Recordings: Identify if the user mentioned in the error message is indeed recording. You may need to communicate with the user to confirm this.
  
  
  Stop the Recording: If the user is actively recording, they should stop the recording session. Once the recording is stopped, the recording can be deleted.
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the user is unavailable or cannot stop the recording, you may need to wait until they finish their recording session.
  
  
  Check for Locks: In some cases, there may be system locks or sessions that are not properly released. You can check for any locks in the system and release them if necessary.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the recording has the necessary permissions to do so.
  
  
  System Restart: If the issue persists and you suspect it may be due to a system glitch, a restart of the SAP application server may help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing recordings, such as SRAL (SAP Recording and Playback).
  User Management: Ensure that user roles and permissions are correctly set up to avoid conflicts when multiple users are working with recordings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing recordings and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.