How To Fix COM_DML_CUST160 - Archiving object & was created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_CUST - MDF Messages

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Archiving object & was created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_CUST160 - Archiving object & was created ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_CUST160 typically indicates that an archiving object has been created, but there may be issues related to the configuration or execution of the archiving process. This error is often encountered in the context of data archiving in SAP, particularly when dealing with the archiving of custom objects or data.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured. This includes missing or incorrect settings in the Customizing settings for the archiving object.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  Data Selection Issues: There may be issues with the selection criteria used for archiving, leading to no data being eligible for archiving.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or inconsistencies in the data that prevent successful archiving.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to execute the archiving process. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Validate Data Selection: Ensure that the selection criteria for archiving are correct and that there is data available for archiving. You can test the selection criteria in the relevant transaction to see if any data is returned.
  Check Logs: Review the logs generated during the archiving process for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to ensure that all prerequisites and steps are followed correctly.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal technical team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAC1: Archive Object Customizing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to the archiving object in question.
  Archiving Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data archiving in SAP to avoid common pitfalls and ensure a smooth archiving process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.