How To Fix 1B030 - Period for table group &1 too big

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1B - BKK: General Texts

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Period for table group &1 too big

What causes this issue?

Data has already been archived in the period that is supposed to
protect the data from being archived. The limit date of the period &v3&
was before the archiving key date &v2&.
This is the case if the period was extended after an archiving.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a smaller value for the period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1B030 - Period for table group &1 too big ?

  The SAP error message 1B030 ("Period for table group &1 too big") typically occurs in the context of data archiving or data management processes within SAP. This error indicates that the specified period for a table group is larger than what is allowed or expected by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Time Frame: The period defined for the table group exceeds the maximum limit set in the system configuration. This can happen if the archiving or data management process is trying to handle too much data at once.
  Configuration Issues: The settings for the archiving object or the table group may not be properly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the defined periods.
  Data Volume: The volume of data that needs to be archived or processed may be too large, causing the system to reject the request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object and the associated table group. Ensure that the defined periods are within acceptable limits.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SARA for archiving) and checking the settings for the specific archiving object.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period: If the period is indeed too large, consider breaking it down into smaller segments. For example, instead of archiving data for several years at once, try archiving it year by year or in smaller time frames.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or limitations regarding the periods that can be set.
  
  
  System Parameters: Check if there are any system parameters that can be adjusted to allow for larger periods, but be cautious as this may have implications on system performance and data management.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and adjusting the periods, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system version or configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 1B030 or the specific archiving object you are working with. These notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information.
  Performance Considerations: Be aware that archiving large volumes of data can impact system performance. Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your data archiving processes in SAP.