How To Fix WME_ARCH221 - *** Simulation mode only! No deletion in the database! ***

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 221

• Message text: *** Simulation mode only! No deletion in the database! ***

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH221 - *** Simulation mode only! No deletion in the database! *** ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH221 indicates that you are running a simulation of an archiving process, and it is informing you that no actual deletion will occur in the database during this simulation. This message is typically encountered when you are testing an archiving job to ensure that it will work correctly before executing it for real.
  Cause:
  
  Simulation Mode: The archiving job is set to run in simulation mode. This is a common practice to verify that the archiving process will function as expected without making any changes to the database.
  Configuration Settings: The archiving job may have been configured to run in simulation mode intentionally, either by the user or as part of the job settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Settings: If you want to perform the actual deletion, you need to check the settings of the archiving job. Ensure that the job is not set to run in simulation mode. This can usually be done in the job scheduling or archiving configuration settings.
  Run in Production Mode: After verifying the settings, you can schedule the job to run in production mode (actual deletion) instead of simulation mode.
  Review Logs: If you are unsure why the job is in simulation mode, review the logs or documentation related to the archiving process to understand the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Archiving in SAP is a process used to remove data from the database to improve performance and manage data growth. It involves moving data to an archive file and then deleting it from the database.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  Testing Archiving: It is a best practice to run archiving jobs in simulation mode first to identify any potential issues before executing them in production mode.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring and executing archiving jobs.
  
  If you need further assistance, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team, as they can provide insights specific to your system configuration and archiving strategy.