How To Fix FINS_ARCH008 - Test mode: Residence time reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ARCH - Financials Archiving

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Test mode: Residence time reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ARCH008 - Test mode: Residence time reached ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ARCH008 indicates that the residence time for a document in the archiving process has been reached while in test mode. This message typically occurs during the execution of the archiving process when the system checks whether the documents can be archived based on their residence time.
  Cause:
  
  Residence Time Configuration: The residence time is defined in the archiving object settings. It specifies how long a document must remain in the system before it can be archived. If the documents have not met this time requirement, the system will generate this error.
  Test Mode: The archiving process is being run in test mode, which means that the system is simulating the archiving process without actually archiving any documents. This is useful for checking what would happen if the archiving were to be executed.
  Document Status: The documents may not be eligible for archiving due to their current status or other criteria defined in the archiving object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Residence Time Settings: Review the configuration of the archiving object to ensure that the residence time is set correctly. You can do this in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the relevant archiving object.
  Wait for Residence Time: If the documents have not yet reached the required residence time, you will need to wait until they do before they can be archived.
  Run in Production Mode: If you are satisfied with the test results and want to proceed with archiving, you can run the archiving process in production mode, which will actually archive the eligible documents.
  Review Document Status: Ensure that the documents you are trying to archive are in a status that allows them to be archived. Some documents may have restrictions based on their status or other criteria.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings, including residence time, that dictate how and when documents can be archived.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes and check the status of archiving objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on archiving processes and best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FINS_ARCH008 error and successfully manage your archiving processes in SAP.