How To Fix ARC_DAS_CON144 - No min. retention period specified for BOR type &1 and document type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARC_DAS_CON - XML DAS Connector: Messages

• Message number: 144

• Message text: No min. retention period specified for BOR type &1 and document type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARC_DAS_CON144 - No min. retention period specified for BOR type &1 and document type &2 ?

  The SAP error message ARC_DAS_CON144 indicates that there is no minimum retention period specified for a Business Object Repository (BOR) type and document type combination in the Archive Management system. This error typically arises when you are trying to archive documents but the system cannot find the necessary retention period settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the retention period for the specified BOR type and document type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings related to archiving.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Retention Period:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Navigate to the relevant archiving object that corresponds to the BOR type and document type in question.
  Check the settings for the retention period. If it is not defined, you will need to create or modify the retention period settings.
  Ensure that the retention period is set according to your organization's data retention policies.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type you are trying to archive is correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that it is linked to the appropriate BOR type.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Settings:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object is correctly set up and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  Check if there are any specific settings or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled for the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring retention periods and archiving objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Retention Management: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of data retention and archiving in SAP, as this will help in understanding the implications of retention periods.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Archive Management team for further assistance.