How To Fix CD656 - Error in archiving class CHANGEDOCU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CD - Change Documents

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Error in archiving class CHANGEDOCU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CD656 - Error in archiving class CHANGEDOCU ?

  The SAP error message CD656, which states "Error in archiving class CHANGEDOCU," typically occurs during the archiving process of change documents in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying data.
  Causes of CD656 Error
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object or class may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the archiving process may lack the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data being archived, such as missing entries or corrupted records.
  Archiving Object Not Defined: The archiving object for change documents may not be defined in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or issues with the archiving process itself.
  
  Solutions to CD656 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the archiving object for change documents is correctly configured in the system. This can be done in transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Ensure that the archiving class CHANGEDOCU is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations for the user executing the archiving process. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to archive change documents.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the data that is being archived. You can use transaction codes like SCDO (Change Document Objects) to check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Definition:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object for change documents is defined in the system. You can check this in the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction code SLG1 to view the logs related to archiving.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal technical team for further assistance. They may need to analyze the system logs or perform additional troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SCDO: Change Document Objects
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving and change document management for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CD656 error and implement a solution to resolve it.