How To Fix CFD_ARCHIVE027 - Field Determination for table &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_ARCHIVE - Custom Fields: Archive

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Field Determination for table &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_ARCHIVE027 - Field Determination for table &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message CFD_ARCHIVE027, which states "Field Determination for table &1 failed," typically occurs in the context of archiving or data management processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system was unable to determine the appropriate fields for a specified table during an archiving operation.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The field determination settings for the specified table may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The data in the table may be incomplete or missing required fields that are necessary for the archiving process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may interfere with the standard field determination logic.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been correctly set up in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object related to the specified table. Ensure that all necessary fields are defined and correctly mapped.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the specified table to ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications, review the code to ensure it does not interfere with the standard field determination process.
  Transport Validation: If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation and access the required fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes and check for logs or errors related to the archiving job.
  Debugging: If necessary, you can debug the archiving process to identify where the field determination is failing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with to understand the required fields and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.