How To Fix GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING004 - ECS archiving: Delete program started in simulation mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING - Message Class for Object GLE_ECS

• Message number: 004

• Message text: ECS archiving: Delete program started in simulation mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING004 - ECS archiving: Delete program started in simulation mode ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING004 indicates that the ECS (Enterprise Controlling System) archiving process has been initiated in simulation mode. This means that the archiving program is running in a test mode, which does not actually delete any data but simulates the deletion process to show what would happen if it were to run in actual mode.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error message is that the archiving program was executed with the simulation flag set. This is often done to verify the results of the archiving process without making any changes to the database. The simulation mode is useful for testing and ensuring that the archiving process will work as expected when executed for real.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue and perform the actual archiving, you need to run the archiving program without the simulation mode. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Archiving Transaction: Go to the transaction code related to ECS archiving (e.g., SARA for archiving).
  
  
  Select the Archiving Object: Choose the appropriate archiving object that you want to archive.
  
  
  Check the Parameters: Ensure that the parameters for the archiving run do not include the simulation flag. This may involve unchecking a box or changing a setting in the selection screen.
  
  
  Execute the Archiving Program: Start the archiving process again, ensuring that it is set to run in actual mode.
  
  
  Monitor the Process: After starting the archiving process, monitor it to ensure that it completes successfully without errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process used to remove data from the database to improve performance and manage data growth. It involves moving data to an archive storage system.
  Simulation Mode: Running in simulation mode is a common practice in SAP to test the impact of data deletion without affecting the actual data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and others related to your specific archiving needs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on archiving processes and best practices.
  
  If you continue to encounter issues or if the archiving process does not behave as expected, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.