How To Fix /CPD/CL_MSG346 - &1 &2 is ready for archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -

• Message number: 346

• Message text: &1 &2 is ready for archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG346 - &1 &2 is ready for archiving ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG346 typically indicates that a certain object or data set is ready for archiving. This message is part of the archiving process in SAP, which is used to manage data growth and improve system performance by moving older data to an archive.
  Cause:
  The message /CPD/CL_MSG346 &1 &2 is ready for archiving usually occurs when:
  
  The specified object (e.g., a document, transaction, or data set) has met the criteria for archiving.
  The archiving process has been configured, and the system has identified that the object can be archived based on the defined rules (like age, status, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this message, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving configuration for the specific object type is correctly set up in the SAP system. This includes checking the archiving object settings and the criteria for archiving.
  
  
  
  Review the Object:
  
  Investigate the specific object mentioned in the message (the placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced with the relevant identifiers). Check its status and whether it indeed meets the archiving criteria.
  
  
  
  Run the Archiving Process:
  
  If the object is confirmed to be ready for archiving, you can proceed to run the archiving program for that object. This is typically done through transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or specific transaction codes related to the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Monitor the Archiving Job:
  
  After initiating the archiving process, monitor the job to ensure it completes successfully. Check for any errors or warnings that may arise during the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each type of data in SAP has a corresponding archiving object that defines how it can be archived. Familiarize yourself with the relevant archiving objects for your data.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARE: Archive Explorer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to archiving processes and specific error messages.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the message persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.