How To Fix PH130 - Violation of archiving standard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Violation of archiving standard

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH130 - Violation of archiving standard ?

  The SAP error message PH130, which states "Violation of archiving standard," typically occurs when there is an issue related to the archiving process of data in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Data Not Compliant with Archiving Standards: The data you are trying to archive may not meet the necessary criteria or standards set by the archiving object.
  Missing Customizing Settings: There may be missing or incorrect customizing settings in the archiving object configuration.
  Incorrect Object Status: The status of the object you are trying to archive may not allow for archiving (e.g., it may still be in use or locked).
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the archiving may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the archiving process.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Verify Data Compliance: Ensure that the data you are trying to archive meets all the requirements specified for the archiving object. This may involve checking the status of the data or ensuring that it is no longer needed for operational purposes.
  Review Object Status: Check the status of the objects you are trying to archive. If they are still in use or locked, you may need to resolve those issues before proceeding with archiving.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to archiving.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction SARA to run consistency checks on the archiving object to identify any potential issues that need to be resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and SARCHIV (Archive Object Management).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidelines on archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.