How To Fix CFD_ARCHIVE022 - Archiving failed: Field &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_ARCHIVE - Custom Fields: Archive

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Archiving failed: Field &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_ARCHIVE022 - Archiving failed: Field &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CFD_ARCHIVE022 indicates that an archiving process has failed because a specified field does not exist in the database table or structure being referenced. This can occur during the archiving of data when the system attempts to access a field that is either incorrectly specified or has been removed or renamed in the database schema.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Typo: The field name specified in the archiving configuration may contain a typo or incorrect naming.
  Field Removal: The field may have been removed or renamed in a recent update or modification of the database schema.
  Incorrect Archiving Object: The archiving object being used may not be correctly configured to reference the existing fields in the database.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not align with the standard archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify the field name mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the field names in the database.
  Review Archiving Object Configuration: Go to the transaction code SARA and check the configuration of the archiving object you are using. Ensure that all fields referenced in the configuration exist in the database.
  Database Table Structure: Use transaction code SE11 to check the structure of the relevant database table. Confirm that the field in question exists and is correctly defined.
  Update Archiving Object: If the field has been removed or renamed, you may need to update the archiving object configuration to reflect these changes.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or release notes for the SAP version you are using to see if there have been any changes to the archiving objects or database schema.
  Check for Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure it is compatible with the current database structure and archiving process.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with archiving objects or specific fields.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to archiving processes and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.