How To Fix S_ARC_LCM_MES025 - Cannot determine the archive key for object &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_LCM_MES - Message Class for Legal Case Management (Subcomponent)

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Cannot determine the archive key for object &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_LCM_MES025 - Cannot determine the archive key for object &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_LCM_MES025 indicates that the system is unable to determine the archive key for a specific object. This error typically occurs in the context of archiving processes, where the system needs to identify a unique key for the object being archived.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing settings in the archive object definition or incorrect assignment of the archive key.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from determining the archive key. This could be due to missing entries in the database or issues with the data model.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or objects.
  
  
  Object Not Supported for Archiving: The object you are trying to archive may not be supported for archiving, or it may not have been set up correctly in the archiving configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that the archive object is correctly defined and that the archive key is properly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data for the object you are trying to archive. Ensure that all necessary entries exist and that there are no inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with. This can provide insights into any specific requirements or configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the archiving process to identify where the key determination is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table definitions)
  SE80: Object Navigator (for debugging)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Look for the specific archiving object documentation in the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuration and usage.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.