/CUM/ARCHIVE011 - Neither deletion flag (DLFL) nor deletion indicator (DLT) selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/ARCHIVE -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Neither deletion flag (DLFL) nor deletion indicator (DLT) selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/ARCHIVE011 - Neither deletion flag (DLFL) nor deletion indicator (DLT) selected ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/ARCHIVE011 indicates that neither the deletion flag (DLFL) nor the deletion indicator (DLT) has been selected for the archiving process. This error typically occurs when you are trying to archive data but have not specified the necessary parameters to indicate which data should be deleted or archived.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The archiving job requires either a deletion flag or a deletion indicator to be set in order to identify which records should be archived or deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the archiving object settings that prevents the selection of these flags.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting the appropriate options in the archiving transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the deletion flag (DLFL) or deletion indicator (DLT) is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Set Deletion Flag or Indicator:
  
  When executing the archiving transaction, ensure that you select either the deletion flag or the deletion indicator.
  This can usually be done in the selection screen of the archiving transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with to understand the requirements for setting the deletion flags.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, try running the archiving process with a small set of test data to ensure that the flags are being recognized correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance. They can help troubleshoot configuration issues or provide insights based on system logs.
  
  
  
  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 selecting data based on specific criteria and moving it to an archive storage.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARCH: Archive Object Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on archiving specific objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the archiving process.