How To Fix SIG806 - Deletion program (&1): No obsolete data (application &2, object &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIG - Digital Signature

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Deletion program (&1): No obsolete data (application &2, object &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIG806 - Deletion program (&1): No obsolete data (application &2, object &3) ?

  The SAP error message SIG806 indicates that a deletion program was executed, but it found no obsolete data to delete for the specified application and object. This message typically arises in the context of data archiving or deletion processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Obsolete Data: The primary reason for this error is that there is no data marked for deletion or archiving in the specified application and object. This could be due to:
  
  The data has already been archived or deleted.
  The selection criteria used in the deletion program do not match any existing records.
  The data has not yet reached the age or status required for deletion.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the deletion program itself, leading to the program not identifying any data for deletion.
  
  
  Data Status: The data may not meet the criteria for deletion, such as being too recent or not meeting specific business rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the deletion program to ensure they are correct and that they should indeed identify records for deletion.
  
  
  Verify Data Status: Check the status and age of the data in the application and object to confirm whether it is eligible for deletion. You may need to adjust the criteria or wait until the data meets the necessary conditions.
  
  
  Run Archiving Process: If applicable, ensure that the archiving process has been run successfully before attempting to delete data. Sometimes, data needs to be archived before it can be deleted.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object and deletion program to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes verifying that the archiving object is active and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application and object to understand any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the logs of the deletion program for any additional messages or warnings that might provide more context about why no data was found.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving and deletion processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the SIG806 message or the archiving object in question.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SIG806 error message effectively.