How To Fix EPRO252 - Profile &1 was not selected for archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Profile &1 was not selected for archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO252 - Profile &1 was not selected for archiving ?

  The SAP error message EPRO252, which states "Profile &1 was not selected for archiving," typically occurs in the context of data archiving processes in SAP. This error indicates that the specified archiving profile (denoted by &1) has not been selected or configured properly for the archiving process.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Not Selected: The archiving profile you are trying to use has not been selected in the archiving transaction.
  Profile Configuration: The archiving profile may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select the archiving profile.
  Inactive Profile: The profile may be inactive or not available for the current archiving run.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Selection:
  
  Go to the archiving transaction (e.g., SARA) and ensure that the correct archiving profile is selected.
  Verify that the profile name matches the one you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Profile Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the archiving profile in transaction SARA or the relevant customizing transaction.
  Ensure that the profile is correctly set up and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations to access the archiving profile.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  
  
  
  Profile Activation:
  
  If the profile is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for archiving.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to archiving for any specific requirements or steps that may have been overlooked.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the overall archiving process in SAP, including how to create and manage archiving profiles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and others related to data archiving.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to archiving profiles and the EPRO252 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.