BL226 - Delete logs which have expired or can be deleted earlier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Delete logs which have expired or can be deleted earlier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL226 - Delete logs which have expired or can be deleted earlier ?

  The SAP error message BL226 indicates that there are logs in the system that have either expired or can be deleted earlier than their current retention period. This message typically arises in the context of managing log data, particularly in the areas of batch processing, application logs, or other logging mechanisms within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Expired Logs: The logs have reached their defined retention period and are no longer needed for operational purposes.
  Excessive Log Data: The system may be retaining more log data than necessary, leading to storage issues or performance degradation.
  Configuration Settings: The retention settings for logs may be configured in a way that keeps logs longer than required.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BL226 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Delete Expired Logs:
  
  Use transaction codes such as SLG1 (Application Log) or SARA (Archive Administration) to review and delete expired logs.
  In SLG1, you can filter logs by date and delete those that are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Retention Settings:
  
  Review and adjust the retention settings for logs in your system. This can be done in the relevant configuration settings for the specific logging mechanism you are using.
  For example, in the case of application logs, you can set the retention period in the customizing settings under Log Management.
  
  
  
  Schedule Regular Cleanup:
  
  Implement a regular maintenance schedule to clean up logs. This can be done using background jobs that periodically delete or archive logs based on your retention policy.
  
  
  
  Monitor Log Growth:
  
  Keep an eye on the growth of log data to ensure that it does not exceed acceptable limits. This can help prevent future occurrences of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM37: Monitor Job Overview (to check for background jobs related to log deletion)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing logs and configuring retention settings.
  
  
  Performance Considerations: Regularly cleaning up logs can help improve system performance and reduce storage costs.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BL226 error and manage your SAP logs more effectively.