How To Fix HRPA_ARCH027 - No active policies exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPA_ARCH -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: No active policies exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPA_ARCH027 - No active policies exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPA_ARCH027, which states "No active policies exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with archiving processes. This error indicates that there are no active archiving policies defined for the data you are trying to archive or process.
  Cause:
  
  No Active Archiving Policies: The primary cause of this error is that there are no archiving policies set up or activated in the system for the specific data type you are trying to archive.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving configuration may not have been properly set up, or the policies may have been deactivated or deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or activate the archiving policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Policies:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check the archiving object relevant to your data (e.g., PA for personnel administration).
  Ensure that there are active archiving policies for the object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Policies:
  
  If no policies exist, you may need to create a new archiving policy.
  If policies exist but are inactive, activate them.
  Ensure that the policies are correctly configured with the necessary selection criteria and retention periods.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage archiving policies.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on setting up archiving policies for your specific HR data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving objects relevant to HR data, such as PA (Personnel Administration), PD (Personnel Development), etc.
  Retention Management: Understand the retention management policies in your organization to ensure compliance with legal and business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to archiving in your version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.