How To Fix /EACC/ARCHIV031 - Characeristic &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/ARCHIV -

• Message number: 031

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV031 - Characeristic &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV031 Characteristic &1 cannot be used as a selection characteristic typically occurs in the context of data archiving or data management processes within SAP systems. This error indicates that the specified characteristic (denoted by &1) is not valid for use as a selection criterion in the archiving process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use may not be defined as a selection characteristic in the archiving object configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured to allow the use of certain characteristics for selection.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or the underlying database structure may have rendered the characteristic invalid for selection.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain characteristics in the selection process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to use is included in the selection criteria for that archiving object.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Definition:
  
  Verify that the characteristic is defined correctly in the data model and is intended for use in the archiving process.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or data management team to ensure that the characteristic is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Characteristics:
  
  If the characteristic cannot be used, consider using alternative characteristics that are valid for selection in the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations to use the specified characteristic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to data archiving and the specific archiving object you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.