How To Fix AREN016 - Archiving object does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Archiving object does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN016 - Archiving object does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AREN016, which states "Archiving object does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified archiving object in the database. This can happen for several reasons, including configuration issues, missing entries, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archiving Object: The archiving object you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archiving object.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the archiving object from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check if the archiving object you are trying to use is listed and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured. This includes checking the settings for the object in the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archiving object. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after attempting the action that caused the error.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the archiving object was recently transported, verify that all necessary transport requests were successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Check for any database inconsistencies. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any additional configuration steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Deletion
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the archiving object.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on archiving objects and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AREN016 error and implement a solution.