How To Fix FINS_ML_DB010 - Material master history data for &1 prevent archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_DB - Messages for package FINS_ML_DB

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Material master history data for &1 prevent archiving

What causes this issue?

Split valuation is active for material &V3& &V1&. The related material
master header data (valuation type = space) is representing the total
inventory quantity and value of all related material master child data
(valuation type <> space). Same applies for material master history
data.
Material master history data for &V3& &V1& are still required to enable
the system to calculate the total inventory for material master header
history data for fiscal year &V2&.

System Response

Extract data for &V3& &V1& are not written to archive.

How to fix this error?

First archive material master header history data with archiving object
MM_HDEL.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_DB010 - Material master history data for &1 prevent archiving ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_DB010 indicates that there is material master history data for a specific material (represented by &1) that is preventing the archiving process. This typically occurs when there are historical records in the database that need to be addressed before archiving can proceed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of historical data related to the material master that is still stored in the database. This data may include transaction records, changes, or other historical information that is linked to the material. The archiving process cannot proceed until this data is either deleted or archived.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Material: Determine which material is causing the issue by checking the error message for the material number (&1).
  
  
  Check Historical Data: Use transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material) to review the material's history. Look for any historical records that may be preventing archiving.
  
  
  Archive Historical Data: If applicable, use the archiving transaction (e.g., SARA) to archive the historical data related to the material. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving.
  
  
  Delete Unnecessary Data: If there are records that are no longer needed, consider deleting them. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect reporting and historical analysis.
  
  
  Run Archiving Object: After addressing the historical data, run the archiving object related to the material master (e.g., MATERIAL or MATERIAL_MAINTENANCE) to proceed with the archiving process.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or related records that might also be preventing archiving.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARE: Archive Object Management
  
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to material management, such as MATERIAL and their configurations.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed steps on archiving processes and handling material master data.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting or archiving data, consult with your SAP Basis or data management team for guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_ML_DB010 error and successfully archive the material master data.