How To Fix FINS_RECON373 - &1: Entry in BSAS_BCK with missing archiving flag (field xarch)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_RECON - SAP S/4HANA Finance Migration: Reconciliation

• Message number: 373

• Message text: &1: Entry in BSAS_BCK with missing archiving flag (field xarch)

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Details about this issue (possible missing archiving flag in index
table) can be found in the summary at the end of the application log
(message number 383).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON373 - &1: Entry in BSAS_BCK with missing archiving flag (field xarch) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON373 indicates that there is an entry in the table BSAS_BCK (which is used for storing accounting documents) that is missing the archiving flag (field XARCH). This typically occurs during the reconciliation process or when trying to access archived data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Archiving Flag: The primary cause of this error is that the archiving flag (XARCH) for certain entries in the BSAS_BCK table is not set. This can happen due to:
  
  Incomplete archiving processes.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption.
  Manual changes to the database that bypassed standard processes.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If the archiving process was interrupted or not executed correctly, it may leave behind entries that do not have the necessary flags set.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify the archiving status of the relevant entries in the BSAS_BCK table. You can do this by running a report or transaction that checks the archiving status.
  
  
  Re-archive Data: If you find that the archiving process was not completed, you may need to re-run the archiving job for the relevant data. This can be done through transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  
  
  Manual Update: If you have the necessary authorizations and understand the implications, you could manually update the XARCH field for the affected entries. However, this is generally not recommended unless you are certain of the data integrity and implications.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the steps to take, it may be best to contact SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SARA (for archiving) and SE11 (for data dictionary) to investigate the structure of the BSAS_BCK table.
  Data Consistency Checks: Regularly perform data consistency checks to ensure that your database does not have missing or corrupt entries.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before making any manual changes to the database.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_RECON373 error and ensure that your archiving processes are functioning correctly.