How To Fix JB_ARCH_DEL183 - Number of entries for deletion in table JBDVTPA_SEL_CHAR: &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: 183

• Message text: Number of entries for deletion in table JBDVTPA_SEL_CHAR: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL183 - Number of entries for deletion in table JBDVTPA_SEL_CHAR: &1 ?

  The SAP error message JB_ARCH_DEL183 indicates that there is an issue with the number of entries that are being processed for deletion in the table JBDVTPA_SEL_CHAR. This error typically arises during the archiving process when the system attempts to delete entries from the specified table but encounters a problem with the number of entries being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The error may occur if the number of entries that the system is trying to delete exceeds a predefined limit. This limit can be set in the archiving configuration.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues or constraints that prevent the deletion of certain entries.
  Configuration Settings: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the related tables may lead to this error.
  Locks or Transactions: If there are locks on the entries or if they are being used in active transactions, the deletion process may fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the archiving configuration settings for the object related to the table JBDVTPA_SEL_CHAR. Ensure that the settings are correct and that the limits for deletion are appropriately set.
  Adjust Deletion Limits: If the number of entries exceeds the limit, consider adjusting the limit in the archiving settings or breaking the deletion process into smaller batches.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data in the JBDVTPA_SEL_CHAR table to identify any integrity issues that may be preventing deletion.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the entries in the table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or resolve the underlying issue causing the locks.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context on why the deletion is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and the specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SLG1 (for application logs), and SM12 (for lock entries).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message JB_ARCH_DEL183 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Archiving Best Practices: Review best practices for data archiving in SAP to ensure that your archiving processes are efficient and error-free.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.