How To Fix /MVA/AMX_ARCH_MSG102 - No tables defined for archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMX_ARCH_MSG -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: No tables defined for archiving object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMX_ARCH_MSG102 - No tables defined for archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMX_ARCH_MSG102 No tables defined for archiving object &1 indicates that there are no tables defined for the specified archiving object in the SAP system. This typically occurs when you attempt to archive data for an object that has not been properly configured for archiving.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The archiving object has not been configured correctly in the system, meaning that no database tables have been assigned to it.
  Custom Development: If the archiving object is a custom one, it may not have been fully developed or registered in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary table definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Enter the archiving object name (the one indicated in the error message) and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the necessary tables are defined for the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Define Tables for Archiving Object:
  
  If tables are missing, you may need to define them. This can typically be done in the Customizing settings for the archiving object.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings for archiving.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Development:
  
  If the archiving object is custom, ensure that the development team has completed the necessary steps to define the tables and register the archiving object in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the archiving object was transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary components were included.
  You may need to re-transport the missing components or manually configure them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any available documentation for the archiving object to ensure that all steps have been followed for its configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific archiving object.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.