How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB042 - No archive info structure was found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No archive info structure was found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB042 - No archive info structure was found ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_DB042 No archive info structure was found typically indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary archive information structure for a specific data archiving process. This can occur in the context of data archiving in SAP, where data is moved from the database to an archive to improve performance and manage data growth.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archive Information Structure: The archive information structure that is required for the archiving object is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured, leading to the absence of the necessary structures.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was transported from another system, the transport may not have included all necessary components.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the archive information structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archive Information Structure:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check if the archive information structure is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or configure it.
  
  
  
  Define Archive Information Structure:
  
  If the structure is missing, you can define it using transaction code SARA:
  
  Navigate to the archiving object.
  Check the settings and ensure that the archive information structure is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the archiving object was transported, ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request.
  You may need to re-transport the missing components or manually create the structure in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archiving object and its related structures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has its own specific settings and requirements. Understanding the specific archiving object you are working with is crucial.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information), and SAD1 (Archive Data Deletion).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.