How To Fix /PICM/BOBF_UTIL002 - Archiving of object &1; is in process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/BOBF_UTIL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Archiving of object &1; is in process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/BOBF_UTIL002 - Archiving of object &1; is in process ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/BOBF_UTIL002 Archiving of object &1; is in process indicates that an archiving process for a specific business object (represented by &1) is currently ongoing. This message typically arises when there is an attempt to perform an operation on an object that is already being archived, which can lead to conflicts or inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Archiving Process: The most common cause of this error is that an archiving job is already running for the specified object. This can happen if multiple users or processes are trying to archive the same object simultaneously.
  Long-Running Archiving Jobs: If the archiving job takes a long time to complete, other processes may attempt to access the same object, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that allow for concurrent archiving, which can lead to conflicts if not managed properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any archiving jobs that are currently running for the specified object.
  Wait for Completion: If you find that an archiving job is in progress, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to perform the operation again.
  Review Job Logs: If the archiving job is taking too long or seems to be stuck, review the job logs for any errors or issues that may need to be addressed.
  Avoid Concurrent Archiving: If possible, coordinate archiving activities to prevent multiple processes from attempting to archive the same object simultaneously.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring to track archiving processes and their statuses to avoid conflicts in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) for managing archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to archiving processes and this specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on archiving to understand best practices and configurations that can help prevent such issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.