How To Fix GD_ARCHIV031 - Transfer either the archiving object or the ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD_ARCHIV - Messages of Function Group GD_ARCHIV

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Transfer either the archiving object or the ledger

What causes this issue?

When starting function module &v1&:
an archiving object and a ledger were transferred
or
neither an archiving object nor a ledger was transferred.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the call of this function module. Transfer either an archiving
object or a ledger.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD_ARCHIV031 - Transfer either the archiving object or the ledger ?

  The SAP error message GD_ARCHIV031 typically occurs during the archiving process when there is an issue with the transfer of data related to archiving objects or ledgers. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with financial data archiving in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archiving Object: The archiving object that you are trying to use may not be defined or may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the archiving object or ledger may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the archiving process from completing successfully.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  Ledger Not Specified: The system may require a specific ledger to be specified for the archiving process, and it has not been provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Object: Verify that the archiving object you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in transaction code SARA.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the archiving object and ledger is correct. This includes checking the settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for the relevant archiving object.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure there are no issues that could prevent archiving. You can use transaction codes like SARA or SARI to check for inconsistencies.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the archiving has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Specify Ledger: If the error indicates that a ledger needs to be specified, ensure that you provide the correct ledger information in the archiving process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAC1: Archive Object Customizing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to archiving objects and the specific archiving process you are using.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.