How To Fix FG053 - Archiving key specified is not known to the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Archiving key specified is not known to the system

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG053 - Archiving key specified is not known to the system ?

  The SAP error message FG053, which states "Archiving key specified is not known to the system," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified archiving key in the database. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Archiving Key: The archiving key you are trying to use may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Archiving Object Not Defined: The archiving object associated with the key may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archiving key.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the archiving key.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving key was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Archiving Key: Check the spelling and ensure that the archiving key you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or table where archiving keys are maintained.
  Check Archiving Object Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object related to the key is properly defined and activated in the system. You can check this in the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archiving key. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the archiving object to ensure that there are no issues with the data. This can often be done through specific transactions related to the archiving object.
  Transport Validation: If the archiving key was transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-import or activate the transport if there were issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving keys and error FG053.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.