How To Fix STC_SC_TASKS187 - &1 - TMS ALOG not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_SC_TASKS - System Copy Task Messages

• Message number: 187

• Message text: &1 - TMS ALOG not deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_SC_TASKS187 - &1 - TMS ALOG not deleted ?

  The SAP error message STC_SC_TASKS187 indicates that the Transport Management System (TMS) ALOG (Application Log) could not be deleted. This error typically arises during the execution of a transport request or when managing transport logs in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the ALOG entries.
  Database Locking: The ALOG entries may be locked by another process or transaction, preventing deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues within the TMS or the transport landscape that prevent the deletion of logs.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the transport directory.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STC_SC_TASKS187 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete transport logs. The user should have the appropriate roles assigned, such as SAP_ALL or specific roles related to transport management.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the ALOG entries. If you find any locks, you may need to wait for the locking process to complete or contact the user/process that holds the lock.
  
  
  
  Review TMS Configuration:
  
  Verify the TMS configuration using transaction STMS. Ensure that the transport routes and landscape are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Delete Manually:
  
  If the automatic deletion fails, you can try to delete the ALOG entries manually using transaction SLG1 (Application Log) to view and delete logs.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any related errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  If there are database inconsistencies, consider running database consistency checks or contacting your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to TMS and transport logs, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.