How To Fix PH116 - Archiving group cannot be created - data will be lost

PH116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Archiving group cannot be created - data will be lost

What causes this issue?

The cause of the error cannot be precisely analyzed in this situation
because it depends on the context.

System Response

The system does not create the archiving group. Your data cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the action that triggered this error message. If the error
re-occurs, contact SAP for clarification.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH116 - Archiving group cannot be created - data will be lost ?

  The SAP error message PH116, which states "Archiving group cannot be created - data will be lost," typically occurs when there is an issue with the archiving configuration in the SAP system. This error is related to the archiving of data in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Human Resources (HR) module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The archiving group you are trying to create may not have the necessary configuration or prerequisites set up in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be existing data that is not properly linked to the archiving group, leading to potential data loss if the group is created.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the archiving group may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the archiving object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object and the archiving group are