How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION503 - Data object cannot be archived; a mapping record does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Data object cannot be archived; a mapping record does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION503 - Data object cannot be archived; a mapping record does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION503 indicates that a data object cannot be archived because a mapping record does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of archiving financial documents or records in the SAP system, particularly when using the Financial Accounting (FI) or Asset Accounting (AA) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Mapping Record: The system is unable to find a mapping record in the relevant tables that link the data object to the archiving process. This could happen if the mapping was not created or if it was deleted.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the necessary mapping records.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues in the data that prevent the archiving process from identifying the correct records.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the mapping records.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FARR_FOUNDATION503 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Records:
  
  Verify if the mapping records exist in the relevant tables. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the relevant tables for mapping records.
  
  
  
  Recreate Mapping Records:
  
  If the mapping records are missing, you may need to recreate them. This can often be done through the archiving transaction or by using specific programs designed to create mapping records.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Check the archiving configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for the archiving of the specific data objects.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any issues with the data that may be causing the error. This can help in identifying any records that are causing problems.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the archiving has the necessary authorizations to access the mapping records and perform the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving processes in the FI and AA modules for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to allow for successful archiving of the data object.