How To Fix EARC255 - Last document from backbilling period cannot be archived: &1


EARC255 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

  • Message number: 255

  • Message text: Last document from backbilling period cannot be archived: &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC255 - Last document from backbilling period cannot be archived: &1 ?
    The SAP error message EARC255 indicates that the last document from a backbilling period cannot be archived. This typically occurs in the context of archiving processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with billing documents or financial records.
    
    Cause: The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons: Incomplete Backbilling Period: The backbilling period may not be fully processed or closed, meaning there are still active documents that need to be addressed. Open Items: There may be open items or pending transactions related to the last document in the backbilling period that prevent it from being archived.
    Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the archiving object that are not correctly set up, leading to issues during the archiving process. Dependencies: There could be dependencies on other documents or processes that need to be resolved before the last document can be archived.
    Solution: To resolve the EARC255 error, you can take the following steps: Check Backbilling Period:

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