How To Fix RECAAR061 - Residence times settings are missing for archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECAAR - Data Archiving

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Residence times settings are missing for archiving object &1

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Make settings in <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCAARRES>Customizing</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECAAR061 - Residence times settings are missing for archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message RECAAR061 indicates that there are missing residence time settings for a specific archiving object. This error typically occurs when you attempt to archive data but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for how long the data should be retained in the database before it can be archived.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the residence time settings for the specified archiving object (denoted by &1 in the error message) have not been defined in the system. Residence time settings determine how long data should remain in the database before it is eligible for archiving.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the residence time settings for the archiving object in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Transaction:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Archiving Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Cross-Application Components -> Data Archiving -> Define Residence Times.
  
  
  
  Define Residence Times:
  
  In the "Define Residence Times" section, you will see a list of archiving objects. Look for the archiving object that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message.
  If it is not listed, you may need to create a new entry for it.
  Specify the residence time settings, which typically include the minimum retention period and the maximum retention period.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Archiving Process:
  
  Once the residence time settings are defined, try to execute the archiving process again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings and configurations. It is essential to ensure that all required settings are correctly defined to avoid errors during archiving.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on specific archiving objects and their configurations.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the archiving process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.