How To Fix 8B878 - Database table &2 is not supposed to be used for this type of archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 878

• Message text: Database table &2 is not supposed to be used for this type of archiving

What causes this issue?

The structure definition of archiving object <(>&<)>1 contains database
table <(>&<)>2. This database table is not supposed to be used in the
archiving of finance documents (archiving object <(>&<)>1).

System Response

You cannot continue. Archiving is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Change the Customizing for archiving object <(>&<)>1 (transaction AOBJ,
folder <ZK>Structure Definition</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B878 - Database table &2 is not supposed to be used for this type of archiving ?

  The SAP error message 8B878 indicates that a specific database table is not intended for the type of archiving operation you are attempting to perform. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to archive data from a table that is not configured or allowed for archiving in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Table Configuration: The table you are trying to archive may not be set up for archiving in the SAP system. Not all tables are eligible for archiving, and this is often determined by the table's configuration in the Data Dictionary.
  Archiving Object: The archiving object you are using may not be associated with the table in question. Each archiving object is linked to specific tables, and if the table is not part of that object, the operation will fail.
  Custom Development: If the table is a custom table or part of a custom development, it may not have been configured for archiving.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Configuration: Verify if the table is configured for archiving. You can do this by checking the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) for the table and looking for archiving settings.
  Review Archiving Object: Ensure that the archiving object you are using is appropriate for the table. You can check the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object and table to understand the requirements and limitations.
  Custom Development: If the table is custom, you may need to implement archiving logic for it. This could involve creating a custom archiving object and ensuring that the necessary configurations are in place.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check table definitions.
  SARA: Archive Administration to manage archiving objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Archiving Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on data archiving to understand the principles and practices involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.