How To Fix CNV_10996089 - There are no table structures for deletion in table ARCH_DEF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_10996 - Messages for archive conversion

• Message number: 089

• Message text: There are no table structures for deletion in table ARCH_DEF

What causes this issue?

In this step, any table structures that may have been added in a
previous step are deleted from table ARCH_DEF.
Based on the information contained in table CNV_10996_ARCHIV, it was
found that this conversion does not include a relevant archive object.

System Response

The conversion can continue.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_10996089 - There are no table structures for deletion in table ARCH_DEF ?

  The SAP error message CNV_10996089 indicates that there are no table structures available for deletion in the table ARCH_DEF. This error typically arises during data archiving or data deletion processes in SAP systems, particularly when using the SAP Archive Development Kit (ADK) or during data migration activities.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Table Structures: The error suggests that the system is unable to find the necessary table structures that are required for the deletion process. This could be due to:
  
  The table structures not being defined in the system.
  The relevant archiving object not being properly configured.
  The archiving process not being executed correctly or completely.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving settings in the system.
  
  
  Data Consistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data or the archiving process that prevent the system from identifying the structures for deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Verify that the archiving object related to the table in question is correctly configured. You can do this by checking the transaction SARA (Archive Administration) and ensuring that the archiving object is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Define Table Structures:
  
  If the table structures are missing, you may need to define them. This can involve creating or adjusting the relevant entries in the ARCH_DEF table or related configuration tables.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction SARA to run consistency checks on the archiving object. This can help identify any issues with the configuration or data that need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving and deletion operations. Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and SADK (Archive Development Kit).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data archiving and the specific archiving object you are working with.
  Testing: If possible, test the archiving process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error CNV_10996089 effectively.