How To Fix EARC606 - &1 documents checked. &2 archivable, &3 not archivable

EARC606 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 606

• Message text: &1 documents checked. &2 archivable, &3 not archivable

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EARC606 - Details

• The SAP error message EARC606 indicates that during the archiving process, a certain number of documents were checked, and the system has classified them into two categories: those that are archivable and those that are not. The message format typically looks like this:
  EARC606 &1 documents checked. &2 archivable, &3 not archivable.
  Cause
  The error message is primarily informational and indicates the results of an archiving check. The causes for documents being classified as "not archivable" can include:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be archived (e.g., it is still open or in use).
  Retention Period: The document may not have reached the end of its retention period as defined in the archiving object settings.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other documents or data that prevent archiving.
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured, or the necessary prerequisites for archiving may not be met.
  
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