How To Fix PFM_12FI_AP157 - Archivable data not found within selection parameters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_12FI_AP - Message class for FI: payment authorization

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Archivable data not found within selection parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_12FI_AP157 - Archivable data not found within selection parameters ?

  The SAP error message PFM_12FI_AP157 ("Archivable data not found within selection parameters") typically occurs when you are trying to archive financial documents or data, but the system cannot find any data that meets the specified selection criteria for archiving. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters you have set for the archiving process may not match any existing data. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, document types, or other filters.
  
  
  No Data Available for Archiving: There may simply be no data that is eligible for archiving based on the criteria you have specified. This could be due to the data already being archived or not meeting the archiving conditions.
  
  
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured, or the necessary settings for archiving may not be in place.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the data you are trying to archive can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent it from being archived.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Selection Parameters: Double-check the selection criteria you are using for archiving. Ensure that the date ranges, document types, and other filters are correctly set and that they correspond to existing data.
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Use transaction codes like FB03 or FBL1N to verify if there are any documents that meet your selection criteria. If no documents are found, adjust your criteria accordingly.
  
  
  Verify Archiving Object Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured in the system. You can check the configuration in transaction SARA for the relevant archiving object.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: If you suspect data consistency issues, consider running consistency checks or using transaction SARA to analyze the archiving object for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and SARCH (Archive Object Management).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.