How To Fix /CUM/ARCHIVE014 - Order &1 assigned to CU design &2 has already been archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/ARCHIVE -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Order &1 assigned to CU design &2 has already been archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/ARCHIVE014 - Order &1 assigned to CU design &2 has already been archived ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/ARCHIVE014 indicates that a specific order (identified by &1) assigned to a configuration design (identified by &2) has already been archived. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's archiving process, which is used to manage data retention and system performance by moving older data to an archive.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The order in question has been processed through the archiving program, which means it has been moved from the active database to an archive storage.
  Data Integrity: The system prevents any further processing or modifications to archived orders to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Incorrect Access: Users may be trying to access or modify an order that has already been archived, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify the status of the order in question. You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check if the order is indeed archived.
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access the archived order, you will need to use the appropriate transaction or report that allows you to view archived data. This may involve using specific archive retrieval transactions.
  Restore if Necessary: If you need to make changes to the order, you may need to restore it from the archive. This typically requires administrative privileges and should be done with caution.
  Review Business Processes: Ensure that your business processes are aligned with the archiving strategy. If orders are being archived too soon or if there are issues with how orders are processed, you may need to adjust your archiving settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Configuration: Review the archiving configuration settings in your SAP system to understand how and when orders are archived. This can be done in transaction SARA.
  Documentation: Consult SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the archiving process and how to manage archived data.
  User Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to access archived data if necessary.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage your archived orders effectively.