How To Fix AB800 - You are not allowed to create a delta archiving run for AM_ASSET

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 800

• Message text: You are not allowed to create a delta archiving run for AM_ASSET

What causes this issue?

A delta archiving run is not allowed to occur with the file conversion
for archiving object AM_ASSET. Delta archiving runs contain documents
(data objects) for which no valid retention rule could be determined
with the conversion.

System Response

The file conversion is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a retention rule for AM_ASSET in the Information Retention Manager
(IRM) so that a valid rule can be determined for each document (each
data object) of the archiving run to be converted.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB800 - You are not allowed to create a delta archiving run for AM_ASSET ?

  The SAP error message AB800 indicates that there is a restriction preventing the creation of a delta archiving run for Asset Accounting (AM) objects. This error typically arises in the context of archiving asset data, where the system is configured to restrict certain operations based on specific criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform delta archiving for Asset Accounting.
  Configuration Settings: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system, or the delta archiving feature may not be enabled for the specific asset accounting object.
  Status of the Archiving Object: The archiving object might be in a status that does not allow delta archiving, or there may be existing data that prevents the delta run from being executed.
  Technical Restrictions: There may be technical restrictions or prerequisites that have not been met, such as missing prerequisites for delta archiving.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform delta archiving. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object AM_ASSET in transaction SARA. Ensure that delta archiving is enabled and that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Check Archiving Status: Verify the status of the archiving object and ensure that it is not locked or in a state that prevents delta archiving. You can check this in transaction SARA or by reviewing the relevant customizing settings.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for Asset Accounting to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on delta archiving for Asset Accounting.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on archiving in Asset Accounting, including prerequisites and configuration steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AB800 error and implement a solution to resolve it.