How To Fix FINS_ARCH007 - Test mode: Snapshot can be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ARCH - Financials Archiving

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Test mode: Snapshot can be archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ARCH007 - Test mode: Snapshot can be archived ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ARCH007 indicates that you are trying to archive a snapshot in test mode, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of archiving financial documents or data in SAP, particularly when using the Archive Management functionality.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system is set to "test mode," which is intended for testing purposes only. In this mode, certain operations, such as archiving, are restricted to prevent any unintended changes to the data. The system is designed to ensure that only valid and complete data can be archived in production mode.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to switch from test mode to production mode. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check the Archiving Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check the settings for the archiving object you are working with. Ensure that you are not in test mode.
  
  
  
  Switch to Production Mode:
  
  If you are in test mode, you need to change the settings to allow archiving in production mode. This may involve changing the configuration in the archiving object settings.
  
  
  
  Run the Archiving Process:
  
  Once you have switched to production mode, you can attempt to run the archiving process again. Make sure to monitor the process for any other potential errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or the process, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to archiving in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations in production mode.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARCH: Archive Management
  
  
  
  Archiving Objects:
  
  Each archiving object has specific settings and configurations. Make sure to review the relevant archiving object documentation for details.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to archiving and the FINS_ARCH007 error.
  
  
  
  Testing and Validation:
  
  Always perform archiving operations in a controlled manner, especially in production environments. Consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before executing in production.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_ARCH007 error and successfully archive your data.