How To Fix EA814 - Archiving object IDOC is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Archiving object IDOC is unknown

What causes this issue?

The archiving object 'IDOC' is not known in the system.

System Response

The <DS:GlOS.IDoc>IDocs</> cannot be archived.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the appropriate tables of the Archive Development Kit
(ADK).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA814 - Archiving object IDOC is unknown ?

  The SAP error message EA814, which states "Archiving object IDOC is unknown," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the archiving object associated with the IDoc (Intermediate Document) you are trying to archive. This can happen for several reasons, including configuration issues or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object for IDocs may not be configured in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: If the IDoc archiving settings have been customized incorrectly, it may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was transported from another system and the transport did not include all necessary components, it may not be recognized.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system may not support the specific archiving object for IDocs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check if the archiving object for IDocs (usually IDOC) is defined.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it or adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Customizing Settings:
  
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant customizing settings for IDoc archiving.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Look into the table TADIR to see if the archiving object is listed.
  If it is missing, you may need to add it manually or check with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the archiving object was recently transported, ensure that all related objects were included in the transport request.
  You may need to re-transport or manually configure the missing components.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Upgrade:
  
  If you are running an older version of SAP, consider upgrading to a more recent version that may have better support for IDoc archiving.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Archiving: IDocs are used for data interchange between SAP systems and external systems. Archiving IDocs helps in managing data volume and improving system performance.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SPRO: Customizing
  WE02: Display IDocs
  WE19: Test IDocs
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on IDoc archiving and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.