How To Fix EARC703 - Response from contract &1 for TOU exception &2 archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Response from contract &1 for TOU exception &2 archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC703 - Response from contract &1 for TOU exception &2 archived ?

  The SAP error message EARC703 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the archiving of contracts in the context of Time of Use (TOU) exceptions. This error can occur when the system is trying to access archived data that is no longer available or has not been properly archived.
  Cause:
  
  Archived Data: The error suggests that the system is attempting to retrieve a response from a contract that has been archived. If the data is archived and the system is not configured to access archived data, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving settings or the way TOU exceptions are handled in the system.
  Data Integrity: There could be data integrity issues where the contract or TOU exception data is not properly linked or has been corrupted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Settings: Ensure that the archiving settings for contracts and TOU exceptions are correctly configured. You may need to review the archiving object settings in transaction SARA.
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access archived data, ensure that the necessary settings are in place to allow the system to retrieve archived records. This may involve using specific transaction codes or settings that allow for the retrieval of archived data.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the relevant data to ensure that there are no integrity issues. This can be done using transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the database tables.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on the version of SAP you are using and the context of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE16 (for data browsing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EARC703 for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on archiving contracts and handling TOU exceptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EARC703 error in your SAP system.