How To Fix /SCWM/WB_CORE084 - Retention day cannot be 0 for snapshot &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/WB_CORE -

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Retention day cannot be 0 for snapshot &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/WB_CORE084 - Retention day cannot be 0 for snapshot &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/WB_CORE084 Retention day cannot be 0 for snapshot &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when dealing with snapshots of data. This error indicates that the retention period for a snapshot is set to zero, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the configuration of a snapshot where the retention days have been set to zero. In SAP EWM, snapshots are used to capture the state of certain data at a specific point in time, and the system requires a minimum retention period to ensure that the data can be stored and accessed appropriately.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to set a valid retention period for the snapshot. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP EWM configuration settings. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SPRO or directly in the EWM configuration menu.
  
  
  
  Locate Snapshot Settings:
  
  Navigate to the section where snapshot settings are defined. This may be under the Warehouse Management or Extended Warehouse Management configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify Retention Days:
  
  Find the specific snapshot configuration that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Change the retention days from 0 to a positive integer value. The value should reflect the number of days you want the snapshot to be retained.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try to execute the process that was previously causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific EWM documentation for more details on configuring snapshots and retention periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the retention days for snapshots are set to a valid value, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your operations in SAP EWM.