How To Fix /SAPCND/ARCH130 - No archiving - lack of maintenance authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/ARCH -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: No archiving - lack of maintenance authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/ARCH130 - No archiving - lack of maintenance authorization ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/ARCH130 No archiving - lack of maintenance authorization indicates that the user attempting to perform an archiving operation does not have the necessary authorization to execute that action. This is a common issue in SAP systems where user roles and authorizations are strictly managed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user lacks the required authorization object for archiving activities. In SAP, specific authorizations are needed to perform archiving, and if these are not granted to the user, the system will prevent the operation and display this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check which authorization object is missing. This transaction will show you the last authorization check and can help identify the specific missing authorization.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Roles:
  
  Review the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has the necessary roles that include archiving permissions.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Authorizations:
  
  If the user does not have the required authorizations, you will need to assign the appropriate roles or modify existing roles to include the necessary authorization objects. The relevant authorization objects for archiving typically include:
  
  S_ARCHIVE - Archive Administration
  S_DATASET - Authorization for file access
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute archiving transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change user roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can assist in reviewing and updating the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt the archiving operation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance (to manage roles and authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation on authorization management for more details on how to manage user roles and authorizations effectively.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review user roles and authorizations to ensure they align with current business needs and compliance requirements.
  Implement a change management process for authorizations to track changes and maintain security.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPCND/ARCH130 error and successfully perform the archiving operation.