How To Fix BA107 - You have not selected an archiving session

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 107

• Message text: You have not selected an archiving session

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA107 - You have not selected an archiving session ?

  The SAP error message BA107, which states "You have not selected an archiving session," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or process data related to archiving without having selected a valid archiving session. This error is common in the context of data archiving processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with the archiving of business documents or data.
  Cause:
  
  No Archiving Session Selected: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not selected an archiving session in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Session Not Created: There may not be any archiving sessions created for the data you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select archiving sessions.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or inconsistencies in the archiving object or the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Archiving Session:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., SARA for archiving).
  Ensure that you select an appropriate archiving session from the list provided.
  If no sessions are available, you may need to create a new archiving session.
  
  
  
  Create an Archiving Session:
  
  If you need to create a new archiving session, follow the steps in the archiving process to generate one. This typically involves running the archiving program for the specific object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and select archiving sessions. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure your user role has the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Technical Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the technical settings of the archiving object to ensure that it is correctly configured. This may involve reviewing the archiving object settings in transaction SARA.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the overall archiving process in SAP, including how to create, manage, and delete archiving sessions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and others related to archiving.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or guides related to data archiving for specific modules (e.g., FI, MM, SD) to understand the requirements and processes involved.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.