How To Fix JBD_GETR_ARCH001 - Generic transaction &1 still has a financial object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBD_GETR_ARCH - Message Class for Object GETR_ARCH

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Generic transaction &1 still has a financial object

What causes this issue?

The system cannot archive generic transaction &V1& as a financial object
still exists for this transaction.

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?

Ensure that financial objects (archiving object JB_FOBJ) are archived
before the generic transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBD_GETR_ARCH001 - Generic transaction &1 still has a financial object ?

  The SAP error message JBD_GETR_ARCH001 indicates that a generic transaction (identified by the placeholder &1) still has a financial object associated with it, which prevents the transaction from being archived. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, where certain transactions must meet specific criteria before they can be archived.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to archive a transaction that is still linked to financial objects, such as:
  
  Open items
  Unsettled transactions
  Related documents that have not been cleared or processed
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Use the transaction code or the identifier provided in the error message (&1) to locate the specific transaction that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Check Financial Objects: Investigate the financial objects associated with the transaction. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing open items in accounts receivable or accounts payable.
  Checking for any related documents that are still active or have not been fully processed.
  
  
  
  Clear or Settle Transactions: If there are open items or unsettled transactions:
  
  Clear or settle these items as appropriate. This may involve posting additional transactions, clearing accounts, or completing any necessary processes.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Archiving: Once the financial objects are cleared or settled, attempt to archive the transaction again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific financial objects or how to clear them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, including the prerequisites for archiving financial documents and transactions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system configuration allows for the archiving of transactions and that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully archive the transaction. If issues persist, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.