How To Fix FKK_TEST124 - Archiving is not permittted (is permitted was expected).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_TEST - FI-CA: Test

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Archiving is not permittted (is permitted was expected).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_TEST124 - Archiving is not permittted (is permitted was expected). ?

  The SAP error message FKK_TEST124 indicates that archiving is not permitted for a specific object or transaction, while the system expected that it would be permitted. This error typically arises in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, which is part of SAP's Financial Services suite.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Configuration: The archiving settings for the specific object (like customer accounts, documents, etc.) may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent archiving from being executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations.
  Object Status: The object you are trying to archive may be in a status that does not allow archiving (e.g., it may still be open or active).
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might interfere with the standard archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA and check the archiving object settings for the relevant object.
  Ensure that the archiving settings are correctly defined and that the object is marked for archiving.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction SARA to run consistency checks on the data that you are trying to archive.
  Ensure that there are no open items or inconsistencies that would prevent archiving.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to perform the archiving has the necessary authorizations. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Object Status:
  
  Review the status of the object you are trying to archive. If it is still active or has open transactions, you may need to close or finalize those before archiving.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to archiving for the specific object to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal provides detailed documentation on archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check the SAP Support Portal for any updates or notes related to archiving issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to allow archiving to proceed as expected.