How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION013 - Archiving key date (&1) must be before end of residence time (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Archiving key date (&1) must be before end of residence time (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION013 - Archiving key date (&1) must be before end of residence time (&2) ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION013 indicates that there is an issue with the archiving key date you are trying to use in relation to the end of the residence time for the data you are attempting to archive. Specifically, the error states that the archiving key date must be before the end of the residence time.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The archiving key date you have specified is equal to or later than the end of the residence time defined for the data.
  The residence time is a period during which the data must be retained before it can be archived or deleted. If the archiving key date does not comply with this requirement, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Residence Time Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the archiving object in question. You can find this in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the relevant archiving settings.
  Verify the residence time settings and ensure you understand the defined periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Archiving Key Date:
  
  Ensure that the archiving key date you are using is set to a date that is earlier than the end of the residence time. You may need to adjust the date accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Data Status:
  
  Check the status of the data you are trying to archive. Ensure that it is eligible for archiving based on the defined residence time.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific archiving object you are working with. This can provide additional context and guidelines.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process in SAP that allows you to remove data from the database to improve performance and manage data growth. It is essential to follow the defined retention policies to comply with legal and business requirements.
  Residence Time: This is a critical concept in data management, indicating how long data should be retained before it can be archived or deleted. It is often defined based on business needs and regulatory requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide updates related to archiving processes.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.