How To Fix AREN061 - Archiving scenario &1 not active for 'deletion without archiving'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Archiving scenario &1 not active for 'deletion without archiving'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN061 - Archiving scenario &1 not active for 'deletion without archiving' ?

  The SAP error message AREN061 indicates that the archiving scenario specified is not active for the "deletion without archiving" process. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete data that is supposed to be archived, but the necessary configuration for the archiving scenario is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Archiving Scenario: The archiving scenario you are trying to use is not activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured for deletion without archiving.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the archiving object may not allow for deletion without archiving.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Archiving Scenario:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object.
  Check the settings for the archiving scenario and ensure that it is activated for "deletion without archiving".
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured to allow deletion without archiving.
  Review the settings in the Customizing (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant archiving object.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to understand its requirements and settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings and configurations that dictate how data can be archived or deleted.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SPRO (Customizing), and SU01 (User Maintenance) for managing archiving scenarios and user authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on the archiving scenario in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AREN061 error and successfully manage your archiving and deletion processes in SAP.