How to use ILM_DESTRUCTION - Data Destruction

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: ILM_DESTRUCTION

  Description: Data Destruction

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: RSARC_DESTRUCTION

    Screen: 1000

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  • Development Package: S_ARC_DESTRUCTION

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• SAP Tcode: ILM_DESTRUCTION - Data Destruction

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code ILM_DESTRUCTION is used to securely delete data from an SAP system. It is part of the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) suite of tools, which helps organizations manage their data throughout its lifecycle. This transaction code is used to ensure that data is securely deleted and cannot be recovered. 
  
  Functionality:
  ILM_DESTRUCTION allows users to delete data from an SAP system in a secure manner. It uses a secure deletion algorithm to ensure that the data cannot be recovered. The algorithm overwrites the data multiple times with random values, making it impossible to recover the original data. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use:
  1. Log into the SAP system and enter the transaction code ILM_DESTRUCTION. 
  2. Select the objects that you want to delete and confirm your selection. 
  3. Enter the secure deletion algorithm parameters, such as the number of overwrite passes and the random value used for overwriting. 
  4. Confirm your settings and start the deletion process. 
  5. Once the process is complete, you will receive a confirmation message that the data has been securely deleted. 
  
  Other Recommendations:
  It is important to note that ILM_DESTRUCTION should only be used when absolutely necessary, as it can cause performance issues on an SAP system if used too often. Additionally, it is recommended that users back up their data before using this transaction code, as it cannot be undone once it has been executed.