How To Fix EARC721 - TOU exception &1 for program &2 can be archived

EARC721 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 721

• Message text: TOU exception &1 for program &2 can be archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC721 - TOU exception &1 for program &2 can be archived ?

  The SAP error message EARC721 indicates that there is a "TOU exception" for a specific program that cannot be archived. This error typically arises in the context of data archiving processes within SAP, particularly when the system encounters issues related to the archiving of data objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error message EARC721 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent it from being archived.
  Open Transactions: There might be open transactions or references to the data that need to be resolved before archiving can occur.
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured, or the necessary settings for archiving may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the archiving may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or modifications in the program, they may interfere with the archiving process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EARC721 error, you can take the following