How To Fix FITVPS622 - Versioning with archiving is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 622

• Message text: Versioning with archiving is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS622 - Versioning with archiving is not active ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS622 indicates that versioning with archiving is not active in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform operations that require versioning functionality, but the necessary configuration for versioning and archiving is not enabled.
  Cause:
  
  Versioning Not Activated: The versioning feature for the relevant object (e.g., financial documents, master data) is not activated in the system.
  Archiving Not Configured: The archiving settings for the object may not be properly configured, which is necessary for versioning to work.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access versioning features.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FITVPS622 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Versioning Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to the section for the specific module (e.g., Financial Accounting) and check if versioning is activated for the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Activate Versioning:
  
  If versioning is not activated, you may need to activate it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the specific module.
  For example, in Financial Accounting, you might find settings under "Financial Accounting" -> "General Ledger" -> "Master Data" -> "Versioning".
  
  
  
  Configure Archiving:
  
  Ensure that archiving is properly configured for the relevant object. This may involve setting up archiving objects and defining the archiving process.
  You can check the archiving settings in the SAP Archive Administration (transaction SARA).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access versioning features. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to versioning and archiving for the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SARA (for archiving) or SPRO (for configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  System Version: Ensure that you are aware of the specific version of SAP you are using, as configuration steps may vary between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS622 error and enable versioning with archiving in your SAP system.