How To Fix AREN144 - &1: &2 is not defined as master table in ADK

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 144

• Message text: &1: &2 is not defined as master table in ADK

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN144 - &1: &2 is not defined as master table in ADK ?

  The SAP error message AREN144 indicates that a specific table is not defined as a master table in the Archive Development Kit (ADK). This error typically arises when attempting to archive or manage data related to a table that has not been properly configured for archiving in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Table Not Defined: The table you are trying to archive or access is not defined as a master table in the ADK configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for archiving the specific table has not been set up in the system.
  Custom Tables: If you are working with custom tables, they may not have been included in the archiving object definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Object: Verify if the archiving object associated with the table is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Define Master Table: If the table is not defined, you will need to define it as a master table in the ADK. This typically involves:
  
  Using transaction SARA to create or modify the archiving object.
  Ensuring that the table is included in the archiving object definition.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations.
  
  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.
  Custom Development: If you are dealing with custom tables, you may need to involve your ABAP developers to ensure that the archiving logic is correctly implemented.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.