How To Fix EARC265 - Only specify profile types that can be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Only specify profile types that can be archived

What causes this issue?

You tried to archive EDM profile values. In doing this, you used a
profile type to restrict the profiles to be archived.
However, you entered an invalid profile type. You can only archive
profile values from profiles of the following categories:
01 - Elementary profile
03 - Formula profile

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC265 - Only specify profile types that can be archived ?

  The SAP error message EARC265, which states "Only specify profile types that can be archived," typically occurs when you are trying to archive data using a profile that is not valid for archiving in the SAP system. This error is related to the archiving process, which is used to manage data by moving it from the database to an archive storage, thereby improving system performance and managing data growth.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Profile Type: The profile you are trying to use for archiving is not configured to allow archiving. This could be due to the profile being set up incorrectly or being of a type that does not support archiving.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object or the profile may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to archive certain types of data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the archiving process for the specified profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check the archiving object and the associated profile to ensure that it is set up correctly for archiving.
  Make sure that the profile type you are using is indeed valid for archiving.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Profile Types:
  
  Ensure that you are selecting a profile that is specifically designed for archiving. You can refer to the documentation or configuration settings for the archiving object to find the correct profile types.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations. You may need to check the user roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific archiving object you are working with. This can provide insights into the correct profiles and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings and configurations. Familiarize yourself with the archiving objects relevant to your data.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARE: Archive Object Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on archiving processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EARC265 error and successfully archive the desired data in your SAP system.