How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP147 - Archive infostructure is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Archive infostructure is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP147 - Archive infostructure is not active ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP147 Archive infostructure is not active typically indicates that the archive information structure required for a specific process or report is not activated in the system. This can occur in various contexts, particularly when dealing with archiving or data management processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Archive Information Structure: The specific archive information structure that the system is trying to access is not activated. This can happen if the structure was never activated or if it was deactivated for some reason.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the archive information structure may not have been completed.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport that included changes to the archive information structure, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Archive Information Structure:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archive object associated with the error.
  Check the settings for the archive information structure.
  If it is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the archive information structure are complete.
  You may need to refer to the documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Re-activate the archive information structure if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information Structure
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving and data management for more detailed guidance on managing archive information structures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.