HRPA_ARCH062 - RA limit too close to system date; change this as necessary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPA_ARCH -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: RA limit too close to system date; change this as necessary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPA_ARCH062 - RA limit too close to system date; change this as necessary ?

  The SAP error message HRPA_ARCH062 indicates that the retention period for archiving HR data is set too close to the current system date. This typically occurs in the context of archiving HR data, where the system checks the retention periods defined for various HR objects and finds that they are not allowing enough time for data to be archived properly.
  Cause:
  
  Retention Period Settings: The retention period for archiving HR data is configured in such a way that it is very close to the current date, which may not allow sufficient time for the archiving process to take place.
  System Date: The system date is approaching the end of the retention period, which can trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the archiving object settings or in the retention period definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Retention Period:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP for the HR archiving object.
  Increase the retention period to allow more time before the data is eligible for archiving.
  This can typically be done in transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) or through the specific configuration for HR archiving.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the specific HR archiving object (e.g., PA, PD, etc.) to ensure that the retention periods are set appropriately.
  Make sure that the retention periods are aligned with your organization's data retention policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to HR archiving for best practices and guidelines on setting retention periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the archiving process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or HR Module Experts:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your SAP Basis team or HR module experts to ensure that the changes align with overall data management strategies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Retention Management: Understand your organization's data retention policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  
  By addressing the retention period settings and ensuring they are appropriately configured, you should be able to resolve the HRPA_ARCH062 error and proceed with the archiving process without issues.