How To Fix EARC253 - Dynamic period ctrl; can only be archived once period is completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Dynamic period ctrl; can only be archived once period is completed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC253 - Dynamic period ctrl; can only be archived once period is completed ?

  The SAP error message EARC253 indicates that you are trying to archive data that is controlled by dynamic period control, but the archiving process cannot proceed because the specified period has not yet been completed. This is a common issue when dealing with archiving in SAP, particularly in modules that involve time-based data, such as Finance (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  Dynamic Period Control: The data you are trying to archive is linked to a dynamic period control setting, which means that the system requires the period to be fully completed (e.g., all transactions for that period must be finalized) before archiving can take place.
  Incomplete Period: The period you are attempting to archive is still open or has not been closed properly, meaning that there are still transactions or entries that need to be processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., for FI, you can use transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed periods).
  Ensure that the period you are trying to archive is closed. If it is still open, you will need to close it.
  
  
  
  Complete Transactions:
  
  Make sure that all necessary transactions for the period have been completed. This includes posting all necessary entries and ensuring that there are no pending transactions.
  
  
  
  Close the Period:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, close the period in the relevant module (e.g., FI, CO) to ensure that no further transactions can be posted to that period.
  
  
  
  Retry Archiving:
  
  Once the period is closed and all transactions are complete, retry the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and dynamic period control for any specific instructions or considerations that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) for managing archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to archiving issues. You can search for notes related to EARC253 or archiving in general.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to close periods and perform archiving tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EARC253 error and successfully archive the required data.