How To Fix BK234 - The document was only partially archived; &1

BK234 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 234

• Message text: The document was only partially archived; &1

What causes this issue?

The document is no longer complete.

System Response

Line items have already been archived. The document item can no longer
be reposted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK234 - The document was only partially archived; &1 ?

  The SAP error message BK234 ("The document was only partially archived; &1") typically indicates that a financial document (such as an invoice or journal entry) has not been fully archived in the system. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Archiving Process: The archiving process may not have been completed successfully due to system errors, interruptions, or configuration issues.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prevents it from being fully archived (e.g., it may still be in use or locked).
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object may not be correctly configured, leading to partial archiving.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the complete archiving of documents.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving process fully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archiving Logs: Review the archiving logs to identify any errors or warnings that occurred during the