How To Fix JB_ARCH_DEL172 - Number of deleted entries in table JBDVTVM: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Number of deleted entries in table JBDVTVM: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL172 - Number of deleted entries in table JBDVTVM: &1 ?

  The SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL172 indicates that there is an issue related to the deletion of entries in the table JBDVTVM during an archiving process. This message typically appears when the archiving job attempts to delete entries from the specified table, but the number of entries deleted does not match the expected count.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the deletion of certain entries.
  Locking Issues: Other processes might be locking the entries in the JBDVTVM table, preventing their deletion.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected behavior during the deletion process.
  Database Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other database rules that prevent the deletion of certain entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the JBDVTVM table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the locking process to complete or resolve the locks.
  Review Archiving Configuration: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly. Check the settings in transaction SARA for the relevant archiving object.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data in the JBDVTVM table to identify any issues. You can use transaction SE14 to check the database table for inconsistencies.
  Manual Deletion: If the entries are not needed, you may consider manually deleting them, but this should be done with caution and ideally in a test environment first.
  Check Logs: Review the logs generated during the archiving process for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving object management.
  SM12: To check for locks on database tables.
  SE14: To check and adjust database tables.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to JB_ARCH_DEL172 or JBDVTVM for any specific patches or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving processes and best practices to ensure compliance with recommended procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.