Write

Follow the steps below to use the Write function within the archiving process:

  1. In the client where SAP Profitability and Performance Management is installed, enter the transaction code SARA.

  2. In the Archiving Object field, choose the object to be archived and press Enter.

  3. Choose the Write button, so that the Create Archive Files window appears.

  4. Create or edit an existing variant to define the following:

    1. Selection criteria

      • Application Log Data: Specify the timestamp or run ID as a criteria. If a timestamp is provided, the system archives all the entries that are equal to or less than the entered date.
      • Process and Activities: Specify the activity end date or due date as a criteria. The report selects records that are prior to the specified date. Only process instances with process status “COMPLETED” and “ABORTED” are archived.
      • Environment History: Specify the timestamp date as an archiving criteria.

    2. Processing options

      Choose whether you want to execute the activity in test mode (Simulation) or production mode (Real Run).

  5. Save the variant. The screen reverts to the Create Archive File window.

  6. Define the Start Date. You can set an immediate start or schedule the writing process.

  7. Define spool parameters like the output device, then choose Continue.

  8. Choose Execute or F8.

  9. The system performs the processing in the background.