How To Fix /EACC/ARCHIV005 - &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/ARCHIV -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV005 - &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV005 &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic typically occurs in the context of the Archive Management or Data Archiving process in SAP. This error indicates that the specified characteristic (in place of &1, there will be a specific field or characteristic name) cannot be used for selection purposes in the archiving process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use for selection may not be defined as a valid selection characteristic in the archiving object configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured to allow the use of certain fields as selection criteria.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the characteristic may not be compatible with the expected input for selection.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the use of certain characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA and check the configuration of the archiving object you are working with.
  Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to use is included in the selection criteria for that archiving object.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Verify that the selection criteria you are using are valid and supported by the archiving object.
  If necessary, modify the selection criteria to use valid fields.
  
  
  
  Data Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the data type of the characteristic matches the expected type for selection. If there is a mismatch, consider using a different characteristic or converting the data type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to use the characteristic in the archiving process. Check with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with to understand the valid selection characteristics.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object has its own set of characteristics and configuration settings. Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving object you are working with.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.