How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE119 - Entry in TOAOM already exists for business object &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Entry in TOAOM already exists for business object &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE119 - Entry in TOAOM already exists for business object &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE119 indicates that there is an attempt to archive a business object (in this case, a purchasing document) that already has an entry in the archive object table (TOAOM). This typically occurs during the archiving process when the system detects that the object you are trying to archive has already been archived or has an existing entry in the archive management tables.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Archiving Attempt: The most common cause is that the business object (e.g., a purchase order) has already been archived, and the system is trying to archive it again.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or the archiving process, leading to the system not recognizing that the object has already been archived.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to archive objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the business object has already been archived. You can do this by checking the archive management transaction (e.g., SARA) and looking for the specific object.
  Review Archive Logs: Check the archive logs to see if there are any entries related to the object in question. This can provide insights into whether the object was archived successfully or if there were issues during the process.
  Delete Duplicate Entries: If you find that there are duplicate entries in the TOAOM table, you may need to delete the duplicate entry. However, this should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of an SAP Basis or Archiving consultant.
  Reconfigure Archiving: If the issue persists, review the archiving configuration settings in transaction SARA to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  Tables:
  
  TOAOM: Archive Object Management Table
  SARA: Archive Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to archiving issues, particularly those that mention MMPUR_ARCHIVE119 or similar error messages.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP archiving processes for further assistance.