How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE201 - Archiving object &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving and Deletion of Products

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Archiving object &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE201 - Archiving object &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE201 indicates that the archiving object specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to archive data related to a product, but the system cannot find the relevant archiving object.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Archiving Object: The archiving object you are trying to use may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the archiving object is not properly set up in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archiving object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Object: Verify that the archiving object exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SARA) and checking the list of available archiving objects.
  Create/Activate Archiving Object: If the archiving object does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it. This typically involves configuration in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the archiving object is correct. This may involve checking settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Transport Check: If the archiving object was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the archiving object. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on the archiving object in question.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.