How To Fix OA111 - Archiving date blank (table & object type & doc.type & ID &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Archiving date blank (table & object type & doc.type & ID &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA111 - Archiving date blank (table & object type & doc.type & ID &) ?

  The SAP error message OA111 indicates that there is an issue with the archiving date being blank for a specific table, object type, document type, and ID. This error typically arises during the archiving process when the system expects a valid archiving date but finds it missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archiving Date: The primary cause of this error is that the archiving date field is not populated in the relevant database table for the specified object type and document type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as records that were not properly archived or have missing information.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the archiving process, they might not handle certain cases correctly, leading to missing archiving dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Date: Verify the records in the relevant table to ensure that the archiving date is populated. You can do this by running a query on the database table associated with the archiving object.
  Update Records: If you find records with a blank archiving date, you may need to update these records with the correct archiving date. This can often be done through a program or transaction that allows you to modify the records.
  Review Archiving Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined and that the archiving process is set up properly.
  Run Archiving Process Again: After addressing the missing archiving dates, you may need to rerun the archiving process to ensure that the records are archived correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving objects and processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving object you are working with, as different objects may have unique requirements and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OA111 error and implement a solution to resolve it.