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Status Submitted
Workspace Storage Protect Family
Categories Spectrum Protect (Server)
Created by Guest
Created on Mar 18, 2026

RELATED IDEAS

Warning message needed for deleting any data storage in object lock storage in cloud in IBM storage Protect server


  • Current behavior: ISP allows deletion actions (e.g., DELETE FILESPACE) even when target data is stored in a cloud container storage pool with Object Lock.

  • Risk: Admins can mistakenly remove catalog references while the cloud objects remain undeletable due to retention or legal hold.


  • Desired:

    1. At minimum: surfaced warnings before such deletions.

    2. Optionally: a policy/setting to block deletion from ISP for Object‑Locked data until retention/holds expire.

Business advantage

  • Reduces accidental data loss attempts and prevents catalog/object state divergence.

  • Lowers storage costs from orphans and simplifies audits.

  • Improves admin experience and transparency.

Idea priority Medium

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