How To Fix GX052 - You may only archive ledgers in transparent tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GX - Archiving/Reorganization

• Message number: 052

• Message text: You may only archive ledgers in transparent tables

What causes this issue?

You wish to archive ledgers for pooled table &V1&.
Pooled tables cannot be archived by document or account.

How to fix this error?

Select ledgers for transparent tables.
Convert table &V1& into a transparent table and then start the
archiving.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GX052 - You may only archive ledgers in transparent tables ?

  The SAP error message GX052, which states "You may only archive ledgers in transparent tables," typically occurs during the archiving process of financial data in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to archive data from a non-transparent table, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Transparent Tables: The error arises when the archiving process attempts to archive ledgers that are stored in non-transparent tables (e.g., pooled or cluster tables). SAP allows archiving only for transparent tables, which are standard database tables that have a one-to-one relationship with the database.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the archiving settings or the archiving object that is being used.
  
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or the way ledgers are stored could lead to this error if the system is not updated accordingly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Type: Verify the type of table from which you are trying to archive data. You can do this by checking the Data Dictionary (SE11) in SAP. Ensure that the ledgers you are trying to archive are stored in transparent tables.
  
  
  Use Correct Archiving Object: Make sure you are using the correct archiving object that is designed for the specific type of ledger you are trying to archive. Each archiving object is associated with specific tables.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving process. This can be done in transaction SARA, where you can review the settings for the archiving object and ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are using. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for specific errors.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the general archiving process in SAP, which involves selecting data for archiving, executing the archiving run, and managing archived data.
  Transparent Tables: Familiarize yourself with the concept of transparent tables in SAP, which are the standard tables that can be directly accessed and manipulated in the database.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying concepts, you should be able to resolve the GX052 error and successfully archive your ledgers.