How To Fix P99B159 - Archived results cannot be exported. Result belongs to archiving group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P99B - Payroll Versions Basis

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Archived results cannot be exported. Result belongs to archiving group &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P99B159 - Archived results cannot be exported. Result belongs to archiving group &1 ?

  The SAP error message P99B159 indicates that you are trying to export archived results that belong to a specific archiving group, which is not allowed. This typically occurs when you attempt to access or manipulate data that has been archived and is no longer available in the active database.
  Cause:
  
  Archived Data: The data you are trying to export has been archived and is stored in an archive file rather than in the active database.
  Archiving Group: The result belongs to a specific archiving group, and the system is configured to prevent the export of archived results.
  System Configuration: The system may be set up to restrict access to archived data for compliance or performance reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Access Archived Data: If you need to work with the archived data, you will need to restore it from the archive. This can typically be done using the SAP Archive Management tools.
  
  Use transaction code SARA to manage archiving objects and access archived data.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to restore the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Settings: Review the archiving settings for the specific archiving group to understand the policies in place regarding data access and export.
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access archived data if required.
  
  
  
  Export Non-Archived Data: If you only need to export non-archived data, ensure that your selection criteria do not include archived results.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the archiving object you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Deletion
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to your data, as each object may have different rules and configurations.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage archived data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.