How To Fix F=060 - Please archive period &/& first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F= -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Please archive period &/& first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F=060 - Please archive period &/& first ?

  The SAP error message "F=060 Please archive period &/& first" typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with the archiving of financial data. This error indicates that the system requires the specified period to be archived before any further processing can occur.
  Cause:
  
  Unarchived Data: The specified period contains financial documents that have not yet been archived. SAP requires that all relevant data for a period be archived before you can perform certain operations, such as closing the period or processing new transactions.
  Period Lock: The financial period may be locked for posting, and the system is enforcing the archiving rules to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Archive the Period:
  
  Use the SAP Archive Administration (transaction code SARA) to archive the financial documents for the specified period. You will need to select the appropriate archiving object (e.g., FI documents) and execute the archiving process.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Status:
  
  After archiving, verify that the documents for the specified period have been successfully archived. You can check the archiving logs for any errors or issues during the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Basis Team:
  
  If you encounter issues during the archiving process or if you are unsure about the archiving settings, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly in your SAP system. This includes checking the archiving object settings and ensuring that the necessary jobs are scheduled for regular archiving.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System (to view archived data)
  FB03: Display Document (to check the documents in the specified period)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on archiving financial documents and understanding the archiving process.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving and the error message F=060.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your financial processing tasks in SAP.