How To Fix /INCMD/MSG402 - Action not possible; interchangeability group &1 is marked for archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Action not possible; interchangeability group &1 is marked for archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG402 - Action not possible; interchangeability group &1 is marked for archiving ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG402 Action not possible; interchangeability group &1 is marked for archiving indicates that the interchangeability group specified (denoted by &1) is currently marked for archiving. This means that the system has flagged this group as no longer active or relevant for current operations, and therefore, certain actions cannot be performed on it.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Status: The interchangeability group has been set to an archived status, which typically means that it is no longer in use or has been moved to an archived state for data management purposes.
  Data Integrity: The system prevents actions on archived data to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the interchangeability group in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to check the status of interchangeability groups.
  Unmark for Archiving: If the interchangeability group needs to be active again, you may need to change its status back to active. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the configuration or master data management area where interchangeability groups are maintained.
  Locating the specific group and changing its status from archived to active.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or guidelines related to the management of interchangeability groups in your organization to ensure compliance with data management policies.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the group should remain archived, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Interchangeability Groups: These are used in SAP to manage the interchangeability of materials, allowing for flexibility in production and inventory management.
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process in SAP that helps manage data by moving it from the active database to an archive, which can improve system performance and manage data growth.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like MM02 for material master changes) that may help you in checking or modifying the status of interchangeability groups.
  
  Always ensure that any changes made to the status of interchangeability groups are in line with your organization's data governance policies and practices.