How To Fix CK449 - & cost estimates were written to the archive ->

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 449

• Message text: & cost estimates were written to the archive ->

&V1& cost estimates were written to the archive. In a second step,
these cost estimates are automatically deleted from the database,
completing the process of transferring them from the R/3 system to the
archive.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK449 - & cost estimates were written to the archive -> ?

  The SAP error message CK449 typically indicates that cost estimates have been archived and are no longer available for processing in the current system. This can occur in the context of cost accounting and product costing when the system has been configured to archive older cost estimates to save space or improve performance.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Configuration: The system may be set up to automatically archive cost estimates after a certain period or under specific conditions.
  Data Management: Regular data management practices may lead to the archiving of cost estimates to maintain system performance.
  User Actions: Users may have manually triggered the archiving process, leading to the unavailability of certain cost estimates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Settings: Review the archiving settings in your SAP system to understand the criteria for archiving cost estimates. This can be done through transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration).
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access the archived cost estimates, you can use the archive management tools in SAP to retrieve the data. This may involve using transaction codes like SARI (Archive Information System) to view or restore archived data.
  Adjust Archiving Strategy: If the archiving process is too aggressive, consider adjusting the settings to retain cost estimates for a longer period or to exclude certain types of cost estimates from archiving.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific guidance on managing archived data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), and SARA/SARI for archiving.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to cost estimate archiving and error CK449.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to access archived data if needed.
  System Performance: Regularly monitor system performance and data management practices to prevent excessive archiving that may hinder business processes.
  
  If the issue persists or if you require further assistance, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support portal for more tailored solutions.