How To Fix JBD_COLL_ARCH003 - No Customizing exists for object-specific determination of residence time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBD_COLL_ARCH - Message Class for Object COLL_ARCH

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No Customizing exists for object-specific determination of residence time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBD_COLL_ARCH003 - No Customizing exists for object-specific determination of residence time ?

  The SAP error message JBD_COLL_ARCH003 indicates that there is no customizing available for the object-specific determination of residence time in the context of archiving. This typically occurs in the SAP system when trying to archive data related to business objects, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration to determine how long data should be retained before it can be archived.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The primary cause of this error is that the necessary customizing settings for the residence time of the specific object are not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type you are trying to archive may not have been properly configured for archiving in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing settings were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant area for archiving (e.g., Data Archiving).
  Look for the settings related to the specific object you are trying to archive. Ensure that the residence time is defined for that object.
  
  
  
  Define Residence Time:
  
  If the residence time is not defined, you will need to create a new entry. This typically involves specifying the object type and the corresponding residence time.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Object-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the object you are trying to archive is correctly set up for archiving in the system. This includes checking if the object is marked for archiving and if all necessary prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the settings were recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the customizing settings or manually adjust them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for the specific object type you are working with. This can provide additional insights into required settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Archiving Guide: Review the SAP Data Archiving Guide for best practices and detailed instructions on setting up archiving for various object types.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the JBD_COLL_ARCH003 error and successfully configure the residence time for the relevant object.