How To Fix /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE873 - Condition record &1 was read from archive and from the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE -

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Condition record &1 was read from archive and from the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE873 - Condition record &1 was read from archive and from the database ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/MAINTENANCE873 indicates that a condition record was read from both the archive and the database. This situation typically arises in the context of condition records in SAP, which are used in pricing, output determination, and other areas where conditions need to be maintained.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system finds a condition record in both the database and the archive. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies between the archived data and the current database records.
  Incorrect Archiving Process: The archiving process may not have been executed correctly, leading to records being left in both the database and the archive.
  Multiple Access Paths: The system may be configured to access both the database and the archive simultaneously, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Archiving Process:
  
  Ensure that the archiving process was completed successfully and that there are no errors in the archiving logs.
  If necessary, re-run the archiving process for the relevant condition records.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check the status of archived objects.
  You can also use transaction SDBA (Database Utility) to check for inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Records:
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicate records (one in the database and one in the archive), you may need to delete the duplicate from the database or archive, depending on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Understand the archiving process and how it works in SAP. This includes knowing which data can be archived and how to manage archived data.
  Condition Records: Familiarize yourself with how condition records are created, maintained, and accessed in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Learn about relevant transaction codes such as SARA, SDBA, and others that can help in managing and troubleshooting archiving issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that your condition records are managed correctly.