How To Fix RSDA116 - No partitioning is possible for archiving with free selections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 116

• Message text: No partitioning is possible for archiving with free selections

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA116 - No partitioning is possible for archiving with free selections ?

  The SAP error message RSDA116, which states "No partitioning is possible for archiving with free selections," typically occurs when you are trying to archive data using the Data Archiving process in SAP, but the system cannot partition the data based on the criteria you have specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Free Selections: The error often arises when you are using free selections that do not allow for partitioning. Free selections are flexible criteria that can be used to filter data, but they may not align with the partitioning logic required for archiving.
  Data Structure: The underlying data structure may not support partitioning based on the selections made. This can happen if the data is not organized in a way that allows for efficient partitioning.
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object may not be configured correctly to support partitioning with the selected criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Free Selections: Check the free selections you are using. Ensure that they are compatible with