How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL005 - Control information not found for archiving object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Control information not found for archiving object &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when importing the control information for archiving
object <ZH>&V1&</>. This information is required to check the global
control of archiving.

System Response

The global control of archiving cannot be checked.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL005 - Control information not found for archiving object & ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL005 indicates that the system cannot find control information for a specified archiving object. This typically occurs when you are trying to archive data but the necessary configuration or control data for the archiving object is missing or not properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Control Data: The control information for the archiving object has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Archiving Object: The archiving object specified may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archiving object.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Data:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check if the control data is maintained.
  If not, you may need to create or maintain the control data for the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Verify Archiving Object:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  You can check the list of archiving objects in transaction SARA.
  
  
  
  Maintain Configuration:
  
  If the archiving object is missing configuration, you may need to set it up. This can include defining the object, specifying the data to be archived, and setting retention periods.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations for the specified archiving object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Deletion
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object has specific settings and requirements. Familiarize yourself with the documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with.
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or posts related to this error in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance.