How To Fix PT033 - Object type & cannot be archived with the document class "ALF"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Object type & cannot be archived with the document class "ALF"

What causes this issue?

There is no valid document type assigned to the document class
"ALF", for the object types you have chosen. For this reason, the
system could not archive any lists of this object type, since they
must have the document class "ALF".

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Either choose different object types, or assign these object types to
an appropriate document type in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT033 - Object type & cannot be archived with the document class "ALF" ?

  The SAP error message PT033 indicates that a specific object type cannot be archived with the document class "ALF". This error typically arises in the context of archiving processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with the archiving of documents or data that are associated with specific object types.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Object Type: The object type you are trying to archive is not compatible with the document class "ALF". Each document class in SAP is associated with specific object types, and if the object type does not belong to the allowed list for that document class, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the archiving object or document class that prevent the archiving of certain object types.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving for the specified object type and document class.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type Compatibility: Verify that the object type you are trying to archive is indeed compatible with the document class "ALF". You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Archiving Configuration: Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) and check the settings for the archiving object related to the document class "ALF". Ensure that the object type is included in the configuration.
  Adjust Document Class Settings: If necessary, you may need to adjust the settings for the document class to include the object type you are trying to archive. This may require assistance from an SAP Basis or configuration expert.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the archiving has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and the specific object type and document class for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Document Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  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 reach out to SAP support for further assistance.