How To Fix IRW_LT054 - Archiving object &1 is inconsistent (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IRW_LT - ILM LT

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Archiving object &1 is inconsistent (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Archiving object is inconsistent

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

An archiving object can be inconsistent because:
No structure definition exists for an archiving object
No table relationship exists for a structure definition inside the
archiving object
An archiving object can be made consistent by creating consistent
structure definitions.
If your archiving object is inconsistent, check whether structure
definition exists, if not get the structure definition.
If structure definition exists, then check whether table relationship
exists for the structure definition. If not maintain it either by using
'get table relationship' or in some cases manually.
Do a save after generating all the structure definitions. This will make
the archiving object consistent.
<ZH>Note</>: The structure definition is consistent if at least one
table relationship exists.
For more information, see
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IRW_LT054 - Archiving object &1 is inconsistent (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message IRW_LT054 indicates that there is an inconsistency with the archiving object specified in the message. This can occur during the archiving process when the system detects that the data related to the archiving object is not in a consistent state, which can prevent successful archiving.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data related to the archiving object may have inconsistencies, such as missing entries or incorrect references.
  Incomplete Archiving Process: Previous archiving attempts may not have completed successfully, leaving the system in an inconsistent state.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the related settings in the SAP system.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as corruption or locking issues, can also lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Long Text: The error message usually has a long text that provides more details about the inconsistency. Review this information for specific guidance.
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to perform a consistency check on the archiving object. This can help identify specific inconsistencies.
  Reprocess Archiving: If the archiving process was interrupted, try to reprocess the archiving job. Ensure that all prerequisites are met before doing so.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA to ensure they are correct and complete.
  Database Check: If you suspect database issues, perform a database consistency check or consult your database administrator for assistance.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for archiving information), and SADL (for data lifecycle management).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving objects and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency related to the archiving object in your SAP system.