How To Fix 12811 - No index is defined for archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 811

• Message text: No index is defined for archiving object &1

What causes this issue?

An index is not planned for archiving object &V1&.

System Response

In Customizimg for the archiving object, index compilation is not
planned.

How to fix this error?

If an index is to be used, index compilation has to be allowed in the
archiving object. This is carried out via transaction AOBJ and the
detail display for the archiving object &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12811 - No index is defined for archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message "12811 No index is defined for archiving object &1" typically occurs when you attempt to archive data for a specific archiving object, but there is no index defined for that object in the system. This can prevent the archiving process from proceeding, as the system relies on indexes to efficiently manage and retrieve archived data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Index: The primary cause of this error is that the archiving object specified (denoted by &1) does not have an associated index defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not have been properly configured in the SAP system, leading to the absence of necessary indexes.
  Custom Development: If the archiving object is a custom one, it may not have been set up correctly to include an index.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Enter the archiving object that is causing the issue and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the necessary indexes are defined for the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Define Index:
  
  If no index is defined, you will need to create one. This can typically be done through the transaction code SARA:
  
  Navigate to the "Define Index" section for the archiving object.
  Create the required index based on the fields that are relevant for the archiving process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to understand the required indexes and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Objects:
  
  If the archiving object is custom, ensure that the development team has implemented the necessary index definitions in accordance with SAP standards.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After defining the index, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to archiving objects for any specific guidance or known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on archiving objects and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.