How To Fix RSARCH209 - For selective deletion, all archive files must be verified first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSARCH - BW Archiving: News

• Message number: 209

• Message text: For selective deletion, all archive files must be verified first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSARCH209 - For selective deletion, all archive files must be verified first ?

  The SAP error message RSARCH209 indicates that before performing a selective deletion of archived data, all relevant archive files must be verified. This is a precautionary measure to ensure data integrity and consistency during the deletion process.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to execute a selective deletion of archived data without first verifying the archive files associated with that data. The verification process checks the integrity of the archive files to ensure that they are complete and not corrupted. If the files are not verified, the system cannot guarantee that the deletion will be safe and accurate.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSARCH209 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify Archive Files:
  
  Use the transaction code SARA to access the Archive Administration.
  Navigate to the relevant archive object for which you want to perform the selective deletion.
  Select the option to verify the archive files. This is typically done by choosing the "Verify" option in the menu.
  Ensure that all archive files related to the object are verified successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Verification Status:
  
  After verification, check the status of the archive files to confirm that they are all in good condition and ready for selective deletion.
  
  
  
  Perform Selective Deletion:
  
  Once all archive files have been verified, you can proceed with the selective deletion process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System (to view archive files)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on verifying archive files and performing selective deletions.
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly verify archive files as part of your data management strategy to avoid issues during deletion processes.
  Maintain a backup of your archive files before performing deletions, in case you need to restore any data.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSARCH209 error and successfully perform selective deletions of archived data in SAP.