How To Fix JB_ARCH_DEL038 - Deletion report executed as update run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JB_ARCH_DEL - SEM: Message Class for Archiving and Deletion in SEM

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Deletion report executed as update run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL038 - Deletion report executed as update run ?

  The SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL038 indicates that a deletion report was executed as an update run. This typically occurs when a background job intended to delete archived data is not configured correctly, leading to the system treating it as an update run instead of a deletion run.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Job Configuration: The job may have been set up incorrectly, leading to it being executed in update mode rather than deletion mode.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the deletion process may not have been specified, causing the system to default to an update run.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion, leading to the job being executed in a different mode.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or configurations that are causing the job to run in update mode.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Configuration: Review the configuration of the background job. Ensure that it is set up to run as a deletion job and not as an update job.
  Verify Parameters: Ensure that all required parameters for the deletion process are correctly specified in the job configuration.
  Review Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user executing the job. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to perform deletion operations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific deletion report you are using to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  Test in Development: If possible, test the job in a development or test environment to ensure it runs correctly before executing it in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor job status or SARA for archiving and deletion processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring deletion jobs.
  Logs and Traces: Review the job logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on why the job was executed as an update run.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.