How To Fix PPEARCHFLO036 - Archiving status of the objects cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEARCHFLO - Messages for the archiving of factory layouts

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Archiving status of the objects cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEARCHFLO036 - Archiving status of the objects cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message PPEARCHFLO036 indicates that the archiving status of certain objects cannot be changed. This typically occurs in the context of the archiving process in SAP, where the system is unable to modify the status of an object due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Object Locking: The object may be locked by another process or user, preventing changes to its archiving status.
  Incomplete Archiving: The archiving process for the object may not have been completed successfully, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the archiving status of the object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the archiving object that prevent changes to the status.
  Data Consistency: There may be data consistency issues that prevent the system from changing the archiving status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Locking: Verify if the object is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Archiving Logs: Check the archiving logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the archiving process was not completed successfully. Use transaction SARA to access archiving logs.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to change the archiving status has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings allow for the change of archiving status.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data related to the archiving object to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving administration.
  SM12: To check for locks on objects.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.