How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION066 - Destruction of archive files in archiving session &1 started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_DESTRUCTION - ILM: Data Destruction Message Class

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Destruction of archive files in archiving session &1 started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION066 - Destruction of archive files in archiving session &1 started ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION066 indicates that the destruction of archive files in a specific archiving session has started. This message is typically informational rather than an error, but it can be associated with issues if the destruction process does not complete as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Session: The message is triggered when an archiving session is initiated to delete or destroy archived files. This is part of the data lifecycle management in SAP.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to automatically delete archived data after a certain period or based on specific criteria.
  User Action: A user or administrator may have manually initiated the destruction of archived files.
  
  Solution:
  
  Monitor the Process: Check the status of the archiving session to ensure that the destruction process completes successfully. You can do this by navigating to the archiving administration transaction (e.g., SARA).
  Check Logs: Review the logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the destruction process is not completing as expected. Look for messages in the application log (transaction SLG1) related to archiving.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the retention periods and any related settings in the archiving object.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user executing the destruction has the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and data destruction for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving object involved in the session. Each archiving object may have its own rules and configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing archiving sessions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to archiving and destruction processes.
  
  If the message is causing issues or if the destruction process does not complete, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.