How To Fix EARC408 - Lines from print document &1 archived (number DBERDL/DBERDLB: &2/&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Lines from print document &1 archived (number DBERDL/DBERDLB: &2/&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC408 - Lines from print document &1 archived (number DBERDL/DBERDLB: &2/&3) ?

  The SAP error message EARC408 indicates that there are lines from a print document that have been archived. This message typically arises in the context of document management and archiving processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with print documents that have been archived in the database.
  Cause:
  The error message EARC408 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to access or process a print document that has been archived.
  The system is unable to retrieve the necessary data because it has been moved to an archive storage, which is not directly accessible in the same way as active data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the document you are trying to access is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archive management transactions in SAP (e.g., SARA for archiving).
  
  
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access the archived data, you may need to use the appropriate archive retrieval transaction (e.g., SARI) to retrieve the archived document back into the active database.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the archiving object settings and ensuring that the necessary data is retained as per your business requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on handling archived documents and the implications of archiving on your processes.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance tailored to your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Understand the archiving process in SAP, which involves moving data that is no longer actively used to a separate storage to improve system performance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Retrieval).
  Data Retention Policies: Review your organization's data retention policies to ensure compliance and proper management of archived documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the EARC408 error and manage your archived print documents effectively.