How To Fix BCS_MEDIUM002 - Document could not be archived. Error code: &1

BCS_MEDIUM002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCS_MEDIUM - Texts for BCS Medium for PPF

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Document could not be archived. Error code: &1

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BCS_MEDIUM002 - Details

• The SAP error message BCS_MEDIUM002 indicates that a document could not be archived due to a specific error code. The error code provided in the message (represented as &1) will give more context about the underlying issue. Here’s a general approach to understanding the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Possible Causes
  
  Missing Archive Object: The archive object for the document type may not be defined or configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving configuration settings may not be set up properly, leading to issues during the archiving process.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to archive the document may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the archiving process from completing successfully.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be archived (e.g., it may still be in use or