How To Fix RSDA247 - Data area to be archived is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Data area to be archived is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA247 - Data area to be archived is empty ?

  The SAP error message RSDA247, which states "Data area to be archived is empty," typically occurs in the context of data archiving processes in SAP systems. This message indicates that the system has attempted to archive data from a specific data area, but there are no records available for archiving.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Data Available: The primary cause of this error is that there are no records in the specified data area that meet the criteria for archiving. This could be due to:
  
  All relevant data has already been archived in previous runs.
  The data has been deleted or moved.
  The selection criteria for archiving do not match any existing records.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object or the selection criteria may not be configured correctly, leading to no data being selected for archiving.
  
  
  Data Retention Policies: The data retention policies may have been set in such a way that no data qualifies for archiving.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there are indeed records in the data area that should be archived. You can do this by running a report or transaction that displays the relevant data.
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object and its configuration are set up correctly. Check the selection criteria and make sure they align with the data you expect to archive.
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria are too restrictive, consider adjusting them to include more records for archiving.
  
  
  Run Archiving Process Again: If you have confirmed that there are records to be archived, try running the archiving process again after making any necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Check for Previous Archiving Runs: If the data has already been archived, you may want to check the logs of previous archiving runs to confirm that the data was processed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes and check the status of archiving objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the archiving object you are working with.
  Archiving Logs: Review the archiving logs for any additional messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.