How To Fix AUT118 - No active archive information structure exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AUT - Messages for Enhancement for Audit Trails

• Message number: 118

• Message text: No active archive information structure exists

What causes this issue?

No archive information structure is currently active for archiving
object <AB>ELR_LTXTS</>.

System Response

An evaluation of archived long texts is only possible if at least one
archive information structure is active.

How to fix this error?

Activate at least one archive information structure for archiving object
<AB>ELR_LTXTS</> in transaction <AB>SARJ</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUT118 - No active archive information structure exists ?

  The SAP error message AUT118: No active archive information structure exists typically occurs when the system is unable to find an active archive information structure for the data you are trying to access or process. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with archiving or data management processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archive Information Structure: The archive information structure that is required for the operation is not defined or has not been activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for archiving may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to locate the necessary structures.
  Transport Issues: If the archive information structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly in the target system.
  Data Deletion: If the data has been deleted or archived without the corresponding information structure being updated, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archive Information Structure:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check if the relevant archive information structure is defined and active.
  If it is not active, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Define Archive Information Structure:
  
  If the structure does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the relevant application area.
  Use transaction code SARA to define a new archive information structure if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in the relevant application area and ensuring that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the structure was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for your specific module to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the archiving functions and structures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.