How To Fix CRM_ARCHIVE053 - A field catalog has not been assigned to archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ARCHIVE - One Order Archiving

• Message number: 053

• Message text: A field catalog has not been assigned to archiving object &1

What causes this issue?

A field catalog for determining an archiving object was
not specified in the coding of method ARCHIVING_READ of class

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

CL_CRM_REPORT_ACC_DYNAMIC.

System Response

It is not possible to execute the search of the archives.

How to fix this error?

Create an error message under the component
CRM-BF-AR.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ARCHIVE053 - A field catalog has not been assigned to archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ARCHIVE053 indicates that a field catalog has not been assigned to the specified archiving object. This typically occurs when you are trying to archive data in the SAP CRM system, and the system cannot find the necessary field catalog for the archiving object you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Catalog: The primary cause of this error is that the field catalog required for the specified archiving object has not been defined or assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving settings or the archiving object itself.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the archiving process, they may not have been properly set up to include the necessary field catalog.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error CRM_ARCHIVE053, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that a field catalog is assigned to the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Define Field Catalog:
  
  If a field catalog is not defined, you may need to create one. This can typically be done in the customizing settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the relevant path for archiving and define the field catalog for the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Assign Field Catalog:
  
  Once the field catalog is created, ensure it is assigned to the archiving object in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Updates:
  
  Check the SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the archiving object you are working with. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that address specific issues with archiving.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the archiving process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving objects and field catalogs for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: These are specific to the SAP application and define how data is archived. Each archiving object may have its own set of rules and configurations.
  Field Catalog: A field catalog defines which fields are included in the archiving process for a specific archiving object.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA for archiving administration and SPRO for configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as they may have access to additional tools and logs that can help diagnose the problem.