How To Fix /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR038 - Complete ODO with zero items report started.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Complete ODO with zero items report started.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR038 - Complete ODO with zero items report started. ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_DBAL_ERROR038 Complete ODO with zero items report started typically indicates an issue related to the Data Lifecycle Management (DLM) or the Data Archiving process in SAP. This error suggests that a report was initiated to complete an Object Data Object (ODO) but it found no items to process.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause of this error is that there are no items available for processing in the specified ODO. This could be due to:
  
  All relevant data has already been archived or deleted.
  The selection criteria used for the report do not match any existing records.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DLM settings or the archiving object settings that prevent the system from finding the relevant data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there are any items available for processing in the ODO. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes related to the archiving object.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for the report are correct and that they should indeed return data. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the DLM and the specific archiving object. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the necessary data is being captured.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object or DLM process you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide further insight.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and others related to data archiving and lifecycle management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific archiving object you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Data Lifecycle Management and archiving processes to understand best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message you are encountering.