How To Fix OQ821 - &1 DTF table names were selected from &2 to be added to archive object &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ - IS-Oil : Message pool Service Station Retailing

• Message number: 821

• Message text: &1 DTF table names were selected from &2 to be added to archive object &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ821 - &1 DTF table names were selected from &2 to be added to archive object &3 ?

  The SAP error message OQ821 typically indicates an issue related to archiving in the SAP system. This message is generated when the system attempts to select Data Transfer Format (DTF) table names for archiving but encounters a problem. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured, leading to issues in selecting the appropriate DTF tables.
  Missing DTF Tables: The DTF tables that are supposed to be archived may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DTF tables or the archiving object.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the archiving process from proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that the DTF tables are correctly defined and associated with the archiving object.
  Review DTF Tables: Use transaction SE11 to check if the DTF tables exist and are correctly defined. If they are missing, you may need to create or restore them.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure there are no issues that would prevent archiving. This can involve checking for orphaned records or other data integrity issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Log Analysis: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on what went wrong during the archiving process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes to understand best practices and configuration steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.