How To Fix AREN203 - &1 Generated archiving scenarios must be active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 203

• Message text: &1 Generated archiving scenarios must be active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN203 - &1 Generated archiving scenarios must be active ?

  The SAP error message AREN203 indicates that the archiving scenario you are trying to use is not active. This error typically occurs when you attempt to execute an archiving process, but the required archiving scenario has not been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Archiving Scenario: The archiving scenario you are trying to use is not activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the related settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Archiving Scenario:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object.
  Check the status of the archiving scenarios and ensure that the required scenario is activated.
  If it is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured.
  Review the settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations.
  Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user to ensure they include the required permissions for archiving.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Deletion
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object has its own specific configuration and requirements. Make sure to refer to the documentation for the specific object you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AREN203 error and successfully execute the archiving process. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.