How To Fix LTR2_UI_SL101 - &1 '&2' has &3 retention days left

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_UI_SL -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: &1 '&2' has &3 retention days left

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_UI_SL101 - &1 '&2' has &3 retention days left ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_UI_SL101 typically relates to the data retention settings in the SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or SAP Data Intelligence systems. This error indicates that a specific object (like a backup or data set) has a limited number of retention days left before it is scheduled for deletion or expiration.
  Cause:
  
  Retention Policy: The error is triggered when the retention policy for a specific object is nearing its expiration. The message indicates that the object has a certain number of days left before it is deleted.
  Configuration Settings: The retention settings may not be configured correctly, or they may be set to a very short duration.
  Data Management: The system is enforcing data management policies to ensure that storage is optimized and that old or unnecessary data is removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Retention Settings: Check the retention settings for the specific object in question. You may need to extend the retention period if the data is still needed.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration in SAP LaMa or Data Intelligence.
  Adjust the retention days as necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Backup: If the data is critical, consider backing it up before the retention period expires. This can prevent data loss.
  
  
  Monitoring: Implement monitoring for retention policies to ensure that you are alerted before data reaches its expiration date in the future.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for specific instructions on managing retention policies and settings for your version of the software.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical operations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data retention and management in SAP systems to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the retention settings and ensuring proper data management practices, you can mitigate the occurrence of this error and maintain the integrity of your data.