How To Fix /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH002 - Daily Availability Data archived for destruction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Daily Availability Data archived for destruction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH002 - Daily Availability Data archived for destruction ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH002 indicates that daily availability data has been archived for destruction. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with time management and personnel time evaluation.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The message is generated as part of the archiving process where data that is no longer needed for daily operations is archived to save space and improve system performance.
  Retention Period: The data may have reached its retention period as defined in the archiving settings, leading to its eligibility for archiving and eventual destruction.
  Configuration Settings: The archiving settings in the system may be configured to automatically archive and mark certain data for destruction after a specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Archiving Settings: Check the archiving configuration settings in your SAP system to understand the retention periods and criteria for archiving. This can be done through transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Data Retrieval: If you need to access the archived data, you may need to restore it from the archive. This can also be done through transaction SARA, where you can manage archived data.
  Adjust Retention Periods: If the current retention periods are too short for your business needs, consider adjusting them to retain data for a longer period before archiving.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or HCM team for specific details on how to manage archived data and the implications of data destruction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA for archiving, SARI for restoring archived data, and SAST for managing archive object settings.
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to personnel time management, as they define what data is archived and how it is managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message or the archiving process.
  System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and storage usage to ensure that archiving processes are functioning as intended and that data is being managed effectively.
  
  If the issue persists or if you require further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for more tailored guidance.