How To Fix CM_ARCHIV224 - &1 document(s) with status 'Archived' found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_ARCHIV - Archiving Data

• Message number: 224

• Message text: &1 document(s) with status 'Archived' found

What causes this issue?

The documents could not be set to the status <LS>Historical</> or
<LS>Completed</> in the last reload.

System Response

The documents are set to the status <LS>Historical</> or
<LS>Completed</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_ARCHIV224 - &1 document(s) with status 'Archived' found ?

  The SAP error message CM_ARCHIV224 indicates that there are documents with the status 'Archived' that are being referenced or processed in a way that is not allowed. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action on archived documents, which are not meant to be modified or processed in the same way as active documents.
  Cause:
  
  Archived Documents: The primary cause of this error is that the system has found one or more documents that have been archived. Archived documents are stored in a way that they are no longer accessible for standard operations.
  Incorrect Processing: The user may be trying to perform an operation (like deletion, modification, or retrieval) on these archived documents, which is not permitted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the archiving process that are not aligned with the current operations being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the documents you are trying to process. If they are archived, you will need to either retrieve them from the archive (if applicable) or work with the active versions of the documents.
  Use Archive Retrieval: If you need to access the archived documents, you may need to use the appropriate transaction or program to retrieve them from the archive.
  Review Archiving Settings: Check the archiving settings in your SAP system to ensure they are configured correctly. This includes reviewing the archiving object and the associated settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to handle archived documents in your particular context.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, which typically involves moving data from the database to an archive storage to improve performance and manage data growth.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access or manage archived documents, as restrictions may apply based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CM_ARCHIV224 error and manage archived documents appropriately in your SAP system.