How To Fix RS_PSA_DEL011 - Invalid number of days; enter a valid value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_PSA_DEL -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Invalid number of days; enter a valid value

What causes this issue?

Invalid number of days in the 'Older than' field.

System Response

You cannot select requests that are to be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Enter either a positive number of days or a date.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_PSA_DEL011 - Invalid number of days; enter a valid value ?

  The SAP error message RS_PSA_DEL011 indicates that there is an issue with the number of days specified for a data deletion operation in the Persistent Staging Area (PSA). This error typically occurs when you are trying to delete data from the PSA based on a date range, and the number of days you have entered is either invalid or not within the acceptable range.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The number of days entered may be negative, zero, or exceed the maximum limit allowed by the system.
  Data Type Mismatch: The input may not be in the expected format (e.g., entering a string instead of a number).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the number of days that can be specified for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Ensure that the number of days you are entering is a positive integer and falls within the acceptable range defined by your system.
  Use Default Values: If unsure, try using default values or the system's suggested values for the number of days.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or function you are using to understand the valid range for the number of days.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, check with your SAP Basis or system administrator to see if there are any configuration settings that need to be adjusted.
  Testing: If possible, test the deletion operation with a smaller dataset or a different date range to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in transactions related to data management in SAP BW, such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSPC (Process Chain).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform data deletion operations in the PSA.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.