How To Fix COM_DML_CUST156 - Archiving program not included in transport request

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_CUST - MDF Messages

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Archiving program not included in transport request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_CUST156 - Archiving program not included in transport request ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_CUST156 indicates that an archiving program is not included in the transport request. This typically occurs when you are trying to transport changes related to archiving objects or programs, but the necessary components have not been included in the transport request.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transport Request: The archiving program or related objects have not been added to the transport request.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the archiving object may not be set up correctly, leading to the program not being recognized as part of the transport.
  Development Environment: The changes were made in a development environment, but the necessary objects were not selected for transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Include the Archiving Program in the Transport Request:
  
  Go to the transaction SE09 or SE10 to manage transport requests.
  Check if the archiving program is included in the transport request. If not, you can manually add it.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to locate the archiving program and ensure it is included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Create a New Transport Request:
  
  If the archiving program is not part of any transport request, create a new transport request and include the necessary objects.
  Make sure to include all related objects that are required for the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the customizing settings for the archiving object are correctly configured. This includes checking the settings in transaction SARA for the specific archiving object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific instructions or prerequisites for transporting archiving programs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After including the necessary objects in the transport request, perform a test in the target system to ensure that the archiving program works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Transport Management: Familiarize yourself with the transport management process in SAP to ensure that all necessary components are included in transport requests in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_DML_CUST156 error and successfully transport your archiving program.