How To Fix RQ055 - Planning type & is not allocated to an archiving category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Planning type & is not allocated to an archiving category

What causes this issue?

The single records cannot be archived since no archive class is
allocated to the planning type.

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?

Determine which archive class should be valid for the planning type.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ055 - Planning type & is not allocated to an archiving category ?

  The SAP error message RQ055 indicates that a specific planning type is not allocated to an archiving category. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and archiving processes, particularly in modules like SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system attempts to archive data related to a planning type that has not been properly configured with an archiving category. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The planning type may not have been assigned to an archiving category in the system settings.
  Missing Customization: If the planning type is newly created or modified, it may not have been updated in the archiving configuration.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the planning type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RQ055 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the planning type in the relevant SAP module (e.g., APO or IBP).
  Ensure that the planning type in question is assigned to an appropriate archiving category.
  
  
  
  Assign Archiving Category:
  
  If the planning type is not assigned to an archiving category, you will need to assign it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant planning area or planning type configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Settings:
  
  Navigate to the archiving settings in the SAP system and verify that the archiving categories are correctly defined and that they include the planning type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving and planning types for any specific instructions or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the archiving process works as expected without triggering the RQ055 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SARA for archiving, and others that may be pertinent to your specific SAP environment.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to planning types and archiving settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.