How To Fix AREN217 - &1: Data security: Define a minimum residence time

AREN217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 217

• Message text: &1: Data security: Define a minimum residence time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN217 - &1: Data security: Define a minimum residence time ?

  The SAP error message AREN217 indicates that there is a requirement for defining a minimum residence time for data security purposes. This error typically arises in the context of data retention and security policies within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with sensitive data.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system detects that a minimum residence time for certain data has not been defined. This is often related to compliance with data protection regulations or internal data governance policies that require data to be retained for a specific period before it can be deleted or archived.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AREN217 error, you need to define a minimum residence time for the relevant data. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area, which may vary depending on your SAP module (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW, etc.).
  
  
  
  Define Minimum Residence Time:
  
  Look for