How To Fix >4717 - Lot already archived; no reversal possible

>4717 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Lot already archived; no reversal possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4717 - Lot already archived; no reversal possible ?

  The SAP error message "4717 Lot already archived; no reversal possible" typically occurs when you attempt to reverse a transaction related to a lot that has already been archived in the system. This means that the lot data has been moved to an archive for storage, and as a result, the system cannot perform any further operations on it, including reversals.
  
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The lot in question has been archived as part of the data management process in SAP. Archiving is done to improve system performance and manage data volume.
  Transaction Attempt: You are trying to reverse a transaction (like a goods movement or a production order) that involves a lot that is no longer available in the active database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the lot is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archive logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see the status of archived