How To Fix HRBAS_ITF008 - Infotype 1000 cannot be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBAS_ITF - HRBAS Infotype-Framework Messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Infotype 1000 cannot be archived

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create an historical record of a 1000-infotype
record. This is only possible using "Create Historical Record of Object"

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBAS_ITF008 - Infotype 1000 cannot be archived ?

  The SAP error message HRBAS_ITF008, which states "Infotype 1000 cannot be archived," typically occurs in the context of archiving employee data in the Human Resources (HR) module. Infotype 1000 is the "Actions" infotype, which contains essential information about employee actions (such as hiring, termination, etc.). 
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be existing dependencies or references to the data in Infotype 1000 that prevent it from being archived. For example, if there are active records or related infotypes that reference the data in Infotype 1000, the system will not allow archiving.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The archiving settings for the HR module may not be correctly configured, or the infotype may not be set up to allow archiving.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the archiving may not have the necessary authorizations to archive the data.
  
  
  Custom Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements in the system may interfere with the archiving process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRBAS_ITF008 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the employee records and check for any dependencies or references to Infotype 1000. Ensure that there are no active records that would prevent archiving.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Verify the archiving configuration for the HR module. Ensure that Infotype 1000 is included in the archiving object and that the settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to archiving Infotype 1000.
  
  
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in your SAP system, review them to ensure they are not interfering with the archiving process.
  
  
  Test in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to further analyze the cause without affecting production data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the archiving objects related to HR data, particularly those that include Infotype 1000.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving in the HR module for detailed guidelines and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes and monitor the status of archiving jobs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.