How To Fix RECAAR006 - Archive information structure &1 was not activated (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECAAR - Data Archiving

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Archive information structure &1 was not activated (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Archive information structure &V1& is required for reading the archived
data. This archive information structure exists in the system, but it is
not active.

System Response

It is not possible to read the archived data within the application
programs. The archived data itself is not affected.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Activate archive information structure &V1& using the
<DS:TRAN.SARJ>Archive Retrieval Configurator (SARJ)</>. For more
information about this, refer to the
DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCASARJ>Implementation Guide</>.
If data was already archived for archiving object &V2&, you can
regenerate the index data in the <DS:TRAN.SARI>Archive Information
System</> by choosing the <ZK>Status</> pushbutton.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECAAR006 - Archive information structure &1 was not activated (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message RECAAR006 indicates that an archive information structure has not been activated. This can occur in the context of SAP's Archive Management, particularly when dealing with the archiving of data in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Inactive Archive Information Structure: The specific archive information structure referenced in the error message has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving settings or the related data structures.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the archive information structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RECAAR006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Archive Information Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archive object.
  Check the status of the archive information structure.
  If it is inactive, activate it by following the appropriate steps in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the archiving object is correctly set up.
  Verify that all necessary settings are in place for the archive information structure.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the activation.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to archiving and the specific archive object you are working with for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Updates:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information Structure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on archiving processes and structures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.