How To Fix 26142 - Document not archived (content version not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Document not archived (content version not possible

What causes this issue?

You want to assign a status for which the <DS:DE.AUDIT>content version
</> has been activated in settings in the IMG.

System Response

The system checks the settings in Customizing (Document Management ->
Define Document Type -> <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOVPSOD10>Define Document
Status</>). The <LS>content version</> has been activated for the
status concerned.

How to fix this error?

Before you can set the status, you must check the original application
files into an archive or vault (for example, storage system, SAP
database, archive, or safe).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26142 - Document not archived (content version not possible ?

  The SAP error message 26142, "Document not archived (content version not possible)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the archiving process of documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to create a content version for the document because it has not been archived properly.
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Archived: The document in question has not been archived, which is a prerequisite for creating a content version.
  Archiving Object Issues: There may be issues with the specific archiving object related to the document, such as configuration problems or missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or archive the document.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical problems with the archiving process, such as missing or corrupted data in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the document has been archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration).
  Re-archive the Document: If the document has not been archived, you may need to run the archiving process again for the relevant archiving object.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured in the system. Check the settings in transaction SARA and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and archive documents. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation, especially if there are underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, including how documents are archived and the importance of maintaining archived data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for displaying archived documents), and SLG1 (for application logs).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.