How To Fix CM_ARCHIV213 - Action &1 is not permitted for reports with status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_ARCHIV - Archiving Data

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Action &1 is not permitted for reports with status &2

What causes this issue?

You attempted to apply the action &V1& to a report with status &V2&.
This action is not permitted for reports with this status.

System Response

The action &v1& was not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Notify your system administrator to be able to reload the document &v3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Reload the document &v3& from the archive back to the system using
Archive Administration (transaction SARA).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_ARCHIV213 - Action &1 is not permitted for reports with status &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_ARCHIV213 indicates that an action you are trying to perform on a report is not permitted due to the current status of that report. The message typically follows the format:
  
  Action &1: This represents the action you are trying to perform (e.g., archiving, deleting, etc.).
  Status &2: This indicates the current status of the report (e.g., archived, in process, etc.).
  
  Cause
  The error occurs because the report you are trying to manipulate is in a status that does not allow the requested action. For example, if the report is already archived, you cannot archive it again or delete it.
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Report Status: Verify the current status of the report. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report management area in SAP.
  
  
  Determine Valid Actions: Based on the status of the report, determine what actions are permissible. You may need to refer to the documentation or help files for the specific report type to understand the allowed actions for each status.
  
  
  Change Report Status: If you need to perform a different action, you may need to change the status of the report. This could involve:
  
  Unarchiving the report if it is archived (if your system allows this).
  Completing any pending processes that might be preventing the action.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling reports and their statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to report management, such as SARA (Archive Administration) or SARI (Archive Information System).
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the action you are attempting. Sometimes, user roles can restrict certain actions based on report status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.