How To Fix /SCDL/BO_ACTION081 - &1% of documents can be marked for archiving

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BO_ACTION -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: &1% of documents can be marked for archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BO_ACTION081 - &1% of documents can be marked for archiving ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BO_ACTION081 typically indicates that a certain percentage of documents in a specific archiving object can be marked for archiving, but there are issues preventing the archiving process from completing successfully. This message is often related to the archiving of business objects in SAP, particularly in the context of the SAP Data Lifecycle Management (DLM) or archiving solutions.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The documents you are trying to archive may not meet the criteria for archiving. For example, they might be in a status that does not allow archiving (e.g., they are still open or in use).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the documents that prevent them from being archived. For instance, if there are linked documents or transactions that are still active, the system may not allow archiving.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured, or there may be missing settings in the archiving configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the archiving may not have the necessary authorizations to mark the documents for archiving.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues or bugs in the system that are causing the archiving process to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the documents you are trying to archive. Ensure that they are eligible for archiving based on your organization's archiving policies.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies or linked documents that may be preventing archiving. Resolve any issues with these dependencies.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction code SARA. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform archiving actions. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the archiving process is failing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the archiving process or provide patches that need to be applied.
  Testing: If possible, test the archiving process in a development or quality assurance environment to identify any issues before attempting it in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving objects relevant to your business processes. Each object may have different criteria and configurations.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a technical issue or bug.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error message and take appropriate actions to resolve it.