How To Fix FMUP200 - FM initial archiving run is not possible as archiving has already begun

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMUP - Update in Funds Management

• Message number: 200

• Message text: FM initial archiving run is not possible as archiving has already begun

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMUP200 - FM initial archiving run is not possible as archiving has already begun ?

  The SAP error message FMUP200 indicates that an initial archiving run cannot be executed because an archiving process has already started. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Archive Management system, where multiple archiving runs may be scheduled or executed concurrently.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Archiving Process: The most common cause of this error is that an archiving job is already running for the same object or data set. SAP does not allow multiple archiving processes for the same data to prevent data inconsistency and ensure data integrity.
  Incomplete Previous Archiving: If a previous archiving job was interrupted or did not complete successfully, it may still be marked as active, preventing new archiving jobs from starting.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure that only one archiving process can run at a time for a specific object. If a lock is in place, it will block any new archiving requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any active or scheduled archiving jobs. Look for jobs related to the same archiving object and see if they are still running.
  Wait for Completion: If you find an active job, you may need to wait for it to complete before starting a new archiving run.
  Cancel or Restart Jobs: If a job is stuck or has failed, you may need to cancel it and then restart the archiving process. Be cautious when doing this to avoid data loss.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that may be preventing the archiving process. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them.
  Review Logs: Check the logs of the previous archiving runs for any errors or issues that may have caused the process to hang or fail. This can provide insights into what went wrong and how to address it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Object: Understand the specific archiving object you are working with, as different objects may have different requirements and constraints.
  Archiving Customization: Review the archiving settings in transaction SARA to ensure that they are configured correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to archiving errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes to understand best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMUP200 error and successfully initiate the archiving process.