How To Fix 5X500 - Object type not maintained for archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5X - HR-PA: Reserved for International Versions

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Object type not maintained for archiving object &1

What causes this issue?

No object type or BOR object was maintained for the archiving object.

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?

In the transaction IRM_CUST, you need to maintain an object type and BOR
object for the archiving object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5X500 - Object type not maintained for archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5X500 ("Object type not maintained for archiving object &1") typically occurs when you are trying to archive data for an archiving object that has not been properly configured in the system. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the object type associated with the specified archiving object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The archiving object you are trying to use has not been configured correctly in the system. This could mean that the object type (e.g., a specific table or data structure) has not been defined for the archiving process.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type you are trying to archive may not be supported or recognized by the archiving object you are using.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was recently transported from another system, the necessary configurations may not have been included or activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  Enter the archiving object (e.g., &1) and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the object type is maintained correctly in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Object Type:
  
  If the object type is missing, you may need to maintain it. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for the archiving object.
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration path for archiving and ensure that the object type is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the archiving object was transported, ensure that all related transport requests have been successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and maintaining the object type, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SPRO: Customizing (Implementation Guide)
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object has specific configurations and requirements. Familiarize yourself with the documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for updates or patches that may address known issues with archiving objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5X500 and successfully configure the archiving object for your needs.