How To Fix FINS_ARCH040 - Table &1 no allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ARCH - Financials Archiving

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Table &1 no allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ARCH040 - Table &1 no allowed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ARCH040 typically indicates that there is an issue with the archiving process related to a specific table in the SAP system. The message states that the specified table (denoted as &1) is not allowed for archiving. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause and solution can help resolve the issue.
  Cause
  
  
  Table Not Configured for Archiving: The table in question may not be configured in the SAP system to allow archiving. This can happen if the table is not part of the archiving object or if the archiving settings have not been properly defined.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the archiving may not have the necessary authorizations to archive data from that specific table.
  
  
  Custom Tables: If the table is a custom table, it may not have been set up to support archiving.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be data consistency issues that prevent the archiving process from proceeding.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Archiving Configuration:
  
  Verify if the table is included in the relevant archiving object. You can do this by checking the archiving object configuration in transaction SARA.
  If the table is not included, you may need to add it to the archiving object or create a new archiving object that includes the table.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Custom Table Setup:
  
  If the table is a custom table, ensure that it has been properly configured for archiving. This may involve defining the archiving object and ensuring that the necessary coding is in place to handle the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no issues with the data in the table that could prevent archiving. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for specific guidance on the table in question. SAP Notes can provide insights into known issues and solutions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed guidance based on the specific circumstances of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table definitions)
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to archiving and the FINS_ARCH040 error.
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the concept of archiving objects in SAP, as they define the tables and data that can be archived together.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FINS_ARCH040 error and implement a solution to resolve it.