How To Fix CMS_IF_FSBP010 - Business partner &1 cannot be used due to archiving flag

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_IF_FSBP - Messages for FSBP Interface

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Business partner &1 cannot be used due to archiving flag

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_IF_FSBP010 - Business partner &1 cannot be used due to archiving flag ?

  The SAP error message CMS_IF_FSBP010 indicates that a business partner (BP) cannot be used because it has been flagged for archiving. This typically means that the business partner's data has been marked for archiving in the system, which prevents it from being used in transactions or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Flag: The business partner has been set with an archiving flag, indicating that it is no longer active or relevant for current business processes.
  Data Management: This is often part of data management practices to ensure that only relevant and active data is available for use, thereby improving system performance and data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Business Partner Status:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check the status of the business partner in question.
  Verify if the business partner is indeed flagged for archiving.
  
  
  
  Unarchive the Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner needs to be active again, you may need to remove the archiving flag. This typically requires administrative access and may involve:
  
  Using transaction SARA to manage archiving objects.
  Finding the relevant archiving object for business partners and processing the unarchiving.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the business partner, consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for data management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Policies:
  
  Ensure that the archiving policies in your organization are well understood and that the business partner's status aligns with current business needs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving business partners and managing data lifecycle.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and restore the business partner's usability in the system.