How To Fix ARCH_STANDARDS150 - Customizing error: Program &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARCH_STANDARDS - Standard Archiving Checks

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Customizing error: Program &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The archiving standard stipulates that a program entered in the
Customizing transaction <LS>AOBJ</> must exist. However, the program
&v1& does not exist.

System Response

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_SYS_RESP10 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Create the program &v1& or remove it from the Customizing transaction
<LS>AOBJ</> if it is no longer needed.
INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_3 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARCH_STANDARDS150 - Customizing error: Program &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ARCH_STANDARDS150 indicates a customizing error where the system cannot find a specified program. This typically occurs in the context of archiving or data management processes within SAP. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  
  Missing Program: The program specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  The program was deleted or not transported correctly.
  The program is not part of the current system or client.
  There is a typo or incorrect reference in the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: The customizing settings may reference a program that is not correctly configured or is outdated.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Program Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE38 or SE80 to check if the program exists in the system. Enter the program name to see if it can be found.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., transaction SARA for archiving) and check the settings where the program is referenced. Ensure that the program name is correct and corresponds to an existing program.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the program is missing due to transport issues, check the transport logs and ensure that the program was included in the transport request. If not, you may need to create a new transport request to include the missing program.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Program:
  
  If the program exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in transaction SE38 by selecting the program and choosing the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific archiving process you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to the program in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor (to check programs)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to explore objects)
  SARA: Archive Administration (for archiving processes)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to archiving and the specific error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.