How To Fix REBPBP031 - Business partner &1 is not intended for archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBPBP - Business Partner

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Business partner &1 is not intended for archiving

What causes this issue?

The "to be archived" indicator is set for business partner &V1&.

System Response

Since the business partner is linked to a business application,
archiving is not possible. Therefore the partner cannot be assigned.

How to fix this error?

Select another business partner or deselect the "to be archived"
indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBPBP031 - Business partner &1 is not intended for archiving ?

  The SAP error message REBPBP031 indicates that a specific business partner (BP) is not intended for archiving. This typically occurs when you attempt to archive a business partner that does not meet the criteria set for archiving in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Business Partner Status: The business partner may have an active status or may be involved in ongoing transactions, making it ineligible for archiving.
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object for business partners may not be correctly configured, or the business partner may not meet the defined criteria for archiving.
  Dependencies: The business partner may have dependencies or relationships with other objects (like open transactions, linked documents, etc.) that prevent it from being archived.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or enhancements in place that restrict certain business partners from being archived.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REBPBP031 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Verify the status of the business partner in the system. If it is active or has open transactions, you may need to close those transactions or change the status before archiving.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Check the archiving object configuration in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings for the business partner archiving object are correctly defined and that the business partner meets the criteria for archiving.
  
  
  
  Analyze Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any open transactions, linked documents, or other dependencies associated with the business partner. You may need to resolve these dependencies before proceeding with archiving.
  
  
  
  Use Archiving Logs:
  
  Review the archiving logs for more detailed information about why the business partner is not eligible for archiving. This can provide insights into specific issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner archiving for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA (Archiving Administration)
  BP (Business Partner Maintenance)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on business partner archiving.
  Archiving Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for archiving in SAP to ensure smooth operations and compliance with data management policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the REBPBP031 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.