How To Fix 1B_ARCHIVING032 - Object was already existing in the database (table &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1B_ARCHIVING - BKK: Archiving

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Object was already existing in the database (table &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1B_ARCHIVING032 - Object was already existing in the database (table &1) ?

  The SAP error message 1B_ARCHIVING032 indicates that an object you are trying to archive already exists in the database table specified by &1. This typically occurs during the archiving process when the system detects that the object you are attempting to archive has already been archived or is still present in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Archiving Attempt: The object has already been archived in a previous run, and the system is trying to archive it again.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the system believes the object is still present when it has already been archived.
  Incorrect Archiving Configuration: The archiving configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to attempts to archive objects that should not be archived.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Archives: Verify if the object is already archived by checking the relevant archive files or tables. You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to review archived objects.
  Review Archiving Logs: Look at the archiving logs to see if there are any entries related to the object in question. This can provide insights into previous archiving attempts.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to ensure that the data is in a consistent state. This may involve checking for orphaned records or inconsistencies in the archiving status.
  Adjust Archiving Settings: If the archiving settings are incorrect, adjust them to ensure that only the intended objects are archived. This may involve modifying selection criteria or archiving variants.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for the specific object type you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Archiving Object Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with to understand its archiving process and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.