How To Fix AUT132 - Data records will not be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Data records will not be archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AUT132 - Data records will not be archived ?

  The SAP error message AUT132, which states "Data records will not be archived," typically occurs when there are issues preventing the archiving of data records in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of AUT132 Error
  
  Data Locking: The data records may be locked by another process or user, preventing them from being archived.
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured, or the necessary settings may be missing.
  Incomplete Data: There may be incomplete or inconsistent data in the records that need to be archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the archiving may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Archiving Criteria Not Met: The records may not meet the criteria defined for archiving, such as age or status.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the archiving process itself, such as problems with the archiving file system or database.
  
  Solutions to AUT132 Error
  
  
  Check Data Locking:
  
  Ensure that no other processes are locking the records. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Verify that the archiving object is correctly configured. Check the settings in transaction SARA for the specific archiving object.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Completeness:
  
  Review the data records for completeness and consistency. You may need to correct any issues before archiving.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Criteria:
  
  Confirm that the records meet the defined archiving criteria. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If there are technical issues, check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any error messages related to archiving. You may also need to consult with your Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA (Archiving Administration)
  SM12 (Display and Delete Locks)
  SLG1 (Application Log)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation related to archiving processes and best practices.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AUT132 error and implement a solution to allow the data records to be archived successfully.