How To Fix LCM_COMMON135 - Document cannot be reopened as it has aged and archived: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_COMMON - Messages for Legal Content Management

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Document cannot be reopened as it has aged and archived: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_COMMON135 - Document cannot be reopened as it has aged and archived: &1 ?

  The SAP error message LCM_COMMON135 indicates that a document cannot be reopened because it has aged and been archived. This typically occurs in systems that utilize document management or archiving solutions, where documents are moved to an archive after a certain period of inactivity or based on specific retention policies.
  Cause:
  
  Aging and Archiving: The document has reached a defined age or has been archived according to the organization's data retention policies. Once archived, the document is no longer available for direct access or modification in the active database.
  System Configuration: The archiving settings in the SAP system may be configured to automatically archive documents after a certain period, which can lead to this error if users attempt to access those documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Access Archived Documents: If you need to access the archived document, you will typically need to use the archiving solution provided by SAP. This may involve:
  
  Using the Archive Information System (AIS) to search for and retrieve archived documents.
  Restoring the document from the archive if it needs to be modified or reviewed.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Policies: Review the archiving policies in your SAP system to understand the retention periods and conditions under which documents are archived. This can help in planning future document management strategies.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Basis Team: If you are unsure how to access archived documents or if you believe the document should not have been archived, consult with your IT department or SAP Basis team. They can provide guidance on the archiving process and assist in retrieving documents if necessary.
  
  
  Adjust Archiving Settings: If the archiving process is too aggressive for your business needs, consider adjusting the settings to extend the retention period for certain types of documents.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation on document archiving and management for detailed procedures and best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing archived documents.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the document management and archiving processes to minimize confusion and errors related to document access.
  
  By understanding the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you can effectively manage archived documents in your SAP system.