How To Fix /SAPCEM/ARCHIVIERUNG021 - BOMs for equipment with deletion flag

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/ARCHIVIERUNG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: BOMs for equipment with deletion flag

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/ARCHIVIERUNG021 - BOMs for equipment with deletion flag ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/ARCHIVIERUNG021 typically relates to issues encountered during the archiving process of Bill of Materials (BOMs) for equipment that have a deletion flag set. This error can arise in the context of SAP's archiving and data management processes, particularly when trying to archive BOMs that are marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The primary cause of this error is that the BOMs for the equipment in question have a deletion flag set. This indicates that the BOMs are marked for deletion in the system, which can prevent them from being archived.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be dependencies or references to the BOMs that are preventing the archiving process from completing successfully.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or related settings may also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Flags: Review the BOMs for the equipment and check if the deletion flag is indeed set. If the BOMs are no longer needed, you may proceed with the deletion process.
  Remove Deletion Flag: If the BOMs are still required, consider removing the deletion flag. This can be done through the BOM maintenance transaction (CS02) in SAP.
  Review Dependencies: Ensure that there are no existing dependencies or references to the BOMs that would prevent archiving. This may involve checking related equipment, production orders, or other linked objects.
  Archiving Configuration: Verify the archiving configuration settings for BOMs in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to allow for the archiving of BOMs with deletion flags.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving BOMs for specific guidance on handling deletion flags and archiving processes.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and SARA (Archive Administration).
  Archiving Objects: Understand the archiving objects related to BOMs and how they interact with the overall data management strategy in your SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to archiving BOMs and the specific error message for additional insights and potential fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message /SAPCEM/ARCHIVIERUNG021 and successfully manage the archiving of BOMs in your SAP system.