How To Fix GPDARCH003 - Report &1 cannot be executed if EhP5 switch AD_GPD_02 is off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPDARCH - GPD Archiving

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Report &1 cannot be executed if EhP5 switch AD_GPD_02 is off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDARCH003 - Report &1 cannot be executed if EhP5 switch AD_GPD_02 is off ?

  The SAP error message GPDARCH003 indicates that a specific report cannot be executed because the Enhancement Package 5 (EhP5) switch AD_GPD_02 is turned off. This switch is related to the functionality of the General Process Data (GPD) archiving process in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the report you are trying to execute relies on features or functionalities that are only available when the EhP5 switch AD_GPD_02 is activated. If this switch is off, the system does not allow the execution of the report, as it may depend on enhancements or changes introduced in that enhancement package.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Switch Status:
  
  Use transaction SFW5 to check the status of the switch AD_GPD_02. This transaction allows you to view and manage the activation of business functions in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Activate the Switch:
  
  If the switch is indeed off and you want to enable the report, you can activate the switch AD_GPD_02 in transaction SFW5. Make sure to follow your organization's change management procedures, as activating switches may have implications for other functionalities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to Enhancement Package 5 and the specific report you are trying to execute. This can provide insights into what functionalities are enabled by the switch and any potential impacts of activating it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activating the switch, test the report to ensure it runs correctly and that there are no unintended side effects on other processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you encounter issues or have concerns about activating the switch, consider reaching out to SAP support or your SAP Basis team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Enhancement Packages: SAP Enhancement Packages allow customers to adopt new features and functionalities without a full upgrade. Each package may introduce new switches that enable or disable specific functionalities.
  Business Functions: Business functions are collections of related enhancements that can be activated or deactivated based on business needs.
  Impact Analysis: Before activating any switch, it is advisable to perform an impact analysis to understand how it may affect existing processes and customizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the report.