How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL140 - Archiving run &1 is older than &2 days and cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Archiving run &1 is older than &2 days and cannot be processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL140 - Archiving run &1 is older than &2 days and cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL140 indicates that an archiving run is being attempted that is older than a specified number of days (in this case, &2 days). This is a safeguard mechanism in SAP to prevent the processing of outdated archiving runs, which could lead to inconsistencies or issues in the data management process.
  Cause:
  
  Outdated Archiving Run: The archiving run you are trying to process is older than the defined threshold (e.g., 30 days). This is typically set in the system to ensure that only recent and relevant archiving runs are processed.
  Configuration Settings: The threshold for how old an archiving run can be before it is considered "too old" is defined in the system settings. This is often set to prevent potential issues with data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Run Date: Verify the date of the archiving run you are trying to process. If it is indeed older than the allowed threshold, you will need to either:
  
  Create a New Archiving Run: If the data needs to be archived, initiate a new archiving run that is within the acceptable date range.
  Adjust the Threshold: If there is a valid reason to process older archiving runs, you can adjust the configuration settings to allow for older runs. This should be done with caution and typically requires administrative access.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in your SAP system (usually found in the transaction SPRO).
  Look for the settings related to archiving and check the parameters that define the maximum age of archiving runs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Archiving team for best practices regarding archiving runs and any potential impacts of changing the threshold.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving runs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly monitor and manage archiving runs to ensure they are processed in a timely manner.
  Establish a routine for archiving data to prevent the accumulation of outdated archiving runs.
  Ensure that all stakeholders are aware of the archiving policies and procedures to maintain data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AFX_GLOBAL140 error and manage your archiving processes more effectively.