How To Fix FMCA_PSOB136 - Contract object preselected for archiving. Archiving run is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PSOB - Contract Object

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Contract object preselected for archiving. Archiving run is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PSOB136 - Contract object preselected for archiving. Archiving run is active ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_PSOB136 indicates that a contract object has been preselected for archiving, but an archiving run is currently active. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP's archiving process, which is used to manage data retention and system performance by moving older data to an archive.
  Cause:
  
  Active Archiving Run: The primary cause of this error is that an archiving job is currently running, which prevents any changes or additional selections for archiving until the job is completed.
  Preselection for Archiving: The contract object in question has been marked for archiving, but due to the active archiving process, it cannot be processed at this time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for the Archiving Run to Complete: The simplest solution is to wait until the current archiving run finishes. Once it is completed, you can attempt to process the contract object again.
  Check Archiving Job Status: You can check the status of the archiving job in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring). Look for any jobs related to archiving and see if they are still running or if they have completed.
  Review Archiving Configuration: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly and that there are no issues with the archiving process itself.
  Manual Intervention: If the archiving job seems to be stuck or taking too long, you may need to investigate further or consider stopping the job (if appropriate) and restarting it. However, this should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of your SAP Basis team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving processes for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SM37: For monitoring background jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving objects related to contracts in your SAP system, as different objects may have different archiving requirements and processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.