How To Fix WME_ARCH222 - Start of deletion session 'TU Activities': &1 at &2 o'clock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Start of deletion session 'TU Activities': &1 at &2 o'clock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH222 - Start of deletion session 'TU Activities': &1 at &2 o'clock ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH222 indicates an issue related to the deletion session for "TU Activities" (Transportation Unit Activities) in the context of archiving or data deletion processes. This message typically arises when there is a problem with the scheduled deletion job or the archiving process.
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling Issues: The deletion session may not have been scheduled correctly, or there may be conflicts with other jobs running at the same time.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Data Locking: There may be locks on the data that prevent the deletion session from starting.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or related settings may lead to this error.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Scheduling: Verify that the deletion job is scheduled correctly in the background job management (transaction SM37). Ensure that there are no conflicts with other jobs.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the deletion session. Check roles and permissions.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant tables. If locks are found, investigate and resolve them.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object related to TU Activities. Ensure that all settings are correct and aligned with the archiving strategy.
  Analyze Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37 (Job Monitoring)
  SM12 (Lock Entries)
  SLG1 (Application Log)
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving object related to Transportation Unit Activities to understand its configuration and requirements.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving and data deletion processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the WME_ARCH222 error and implement a solution to resolve it.