How To Fix GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING005 - ECS archiving: Delete program started in production mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING - Message Class for Object GLE_ECS

• Message number: 005

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING005 - ECS archiving: Delete program started in production mode ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING005 indicates that a delete program for archiving has been started in production mode. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to execute an archiving job that is not allowed in a production environment due to the potential risks associated with data deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Production Mode Restriction: The system is configured to prevent certain operations, such as data deletion, in production mode to protect against accidental data loss.
  Configuration Settings: The archiving settings may be configured to restrict delete operations in production environments.
  User Authorization: The user attempting to execute the delete program may not have the necessary authorizations or may be trying to run a program that is not permitted in production.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for archiving in your SAP system. Ensure that the archiving process is correctly set up and that the delete program is allowed to run in the intended environment.
  Run in Test Mode: If you are testing the archiving process, ensure that you are running the delete program in a test or development environment rather than in production.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to execute the delete program. If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to adjust user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and deletion processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, including the steps involved in data archiving and the importance of maintaining data integrity in production environments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and others related to archiving and data management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or archiving processes for additional insights and potential fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and ensure that your archiving processes are compliant with your organization's policies and SAP best practices.