How To Fix 1B_ARCHIVING103 - Object was not archived due to residence time (archiving object &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1B_ARCHIVING - BKK: Archiving

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Object was not archived due to residence time (archiving object &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1B_ARCHIVING103 - Object was not archived due to residence time (archiving object &1) ?

  The SAP error message 1B_ARCHIVING103 indicates that an object was not archived due to its residence time. This message is related to the archiving process in SAP, which is used to manage data by moving it from the database to an archive to improve system performance and manage data growth.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the data you are trying to archive does not meet the specified residence time criteria. Residence time is a defined period during which data must remain in the database before it can be archived. This is often set to ensure that data is retained for a certain period for legal, compliance, or business reasons.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Residence Time Settings:
  
  Review the residence time settings for the archiving object in question. This can typically be found in the customizing settings for the archiving object.
  You can access this through transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) and then select the relevant archiving object.
  
  
  
  Adjust Residence Time:
  
  If the residence time is too long and you have valid reasons to archive the data sooner, you may consider adjusting the residence time settings. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may have implications for compliance and data retention policies.
  
  
  
  Wait for the Residence Time to Expire:
  
  If adjusting the residence time is not an option, you may need to wait until the residence time has expired for the data you wish to archive.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured and that all prerequisites for archiving are met.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to understand its requirements and constraints.
  
  
  
  Run Archiving Job Again:
  
  After addressing the residence time issue, you can rerun the archiving job to attempt to archive the data again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings, including residence time, which can be configured in the system.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SARA for archiving administration and SARI for archiving information.
  Compliance and Legal Requirements: Always consider compliance and legal requirements when adjusting residence times, as they may dictate how long certain data must be retained.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the problem is complex, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or an SAP consultant who specializes in data archiving.