How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION161 - Snapshot archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Snapshot archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION161 - Snapshot archived ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION161 with the description "Snapshot archived" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly when dealing with asset management and reporting. This error indicates that the snapshot data for an asset has been archived, which means that the system cannot access the current data for that asset in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The error is primarily caused by the archiving process that moves older data from the active database to an archive storage. This is done to improve system performance and manage data volume.
  Accessing Archived Data: When a report or transaction attempts to access data that has been archived, the system generates this error because it cannot retrieve the required information from the active database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the asset data you are trying to access has indeed been archived. You can do this by checking the archive management settings in SAP.
  Restore Archived Data: If you need to access the archived data, you may need to restore it from the archive. This can be done using the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) to manage the archived data.
  Adjust Reporting Parameters: If you are running a report, check if there are options to include archived data in the report. Some reports may have settings that allow you to pull data from both active and archived sources.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unsure about the archiving process or how to restore data, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the archiving configuration in your SAP system, which can be found in the customizing settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Asset Accounting > Archive.
  Transaction Codes: Useful transaction codes include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information
  SARCH: Archive Object Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on archiving in Asset Accounting and how to manage archived data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FARR_FOUNDATION161 error and manage your asset data effectively.