How To Fix ARCH_STANDARDS073 - Violation of Archiving Standard "Existence of Hints"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARCH_STANDARDS - Standard Archiving Checks

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Violation of Archiving Standard "Existence of Hints"

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_CAUSE_DOC2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
However, the Customizing for archiving object &V1& still contains Hint
texts. These are no longer supported. The end user cannot access these
texts and therefore cannot read the information they contain.

System Response

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_SYS_RESP_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_11 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_13 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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

Call transaction <ZK>AOBJ</> and double-click the archiving object &V1&.
In the lower area of the screen, you can see the existing hints. You can
check the contents using transaction <ZK>SE61</>. (Enter the name you
entered in transaction <ZK>AOBJ</> as the document name. Enter "General
Text" or "Dialog Text" as the document class.) If necessary, transfer
the content of the hints to the application help in the IXIASOFT content
management system with the help of your information developer. Then
delete the hints in transaction <ZK>SE61</> if they are not needed
elsewhere. Also delete the names of the entered hints in the related
fields of transaction AOBJ.
INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_12 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARCH_STANDARDS073 - Violation of Archiving Standard "Existence of Hints" ?

  The SAP error message ARCH_STANDARDS073, which indicates a violation of the archiving standard "Existence of Hints," typically arises during the archiving process when certain prerequisites or conditions are not met. This error is part of the archiving checks that ensure data integrity and compliance with archiving standards.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the archiving process encounters data that does not meet the required standards for archiving. Specifically, the "Existence of Hints" refers to the need for certain data or references (hints) to be present in the system before archiving can proceed. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Data: Required data or references that should exist in the database are missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be correctly configured, leading to the absence of necessary hints.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues within the data that prevent successful archiving.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ARCH_STANDARDS073 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Missing Data: Review the data that is being archived to ensure that all necessary references and hints are present. This may involve checking related tables or entries that should exist.
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in transaction code SARA for the specific archiving object.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like SARA or other relevant tools to run consistency checks on the data. This can help identify any integrity issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches that address the specific issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific requirements and configurations. Familiarize yourself with the documentation for the archiving object you are working with.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARE: Archive Object Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues or provide solutions related to the ARCH_STANDARDS073 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully complete the archiving process.