How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON218 - Cannot be archived; '&1'-status is '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Cannot be archived; '&1'-status is '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON218 - Cannot be archived; '&1'-status is '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON218 indicates that a certain object (like a transport order or shipment) cannot be archived due to its current status. The message typically states that the object has a status that prevents it from being archived, which is indicated by the placeholders &1 (the object type) and &2 (the current status).
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the object you are trying to archive is in a status that does not allow archiving. Common statuses that might prevent archiving include:
  
  Open: The object is still active and has not been completed.
  In Process: The object is currently being processed and cannot be archived until the process is finished.
  Completed: Depending on the configuration, some completed statuses may also prevent archiving if they require further actions or checks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the status of the object to one that allows archiving. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Status: Identify the current status of the object by using the relevant transaction code or report in SAP.
  
  
  Update the Status: If the object is in a status that can be changed, update it to a status that allows archiving. This may involve completing certain processes or tasks associated with the object.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or configuration settings related to archiving in your SAP system to understand which statuses are permissible for archiving.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may need to use specific transaction codes to change the status. For example, for transport orders, you might use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TO or /SCMTMS/SH to manage transport orders or shipments.
  
  
  Check Custom Logic: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not affecting the archiving process.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to change the status or if the object should be archivable but is not, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Familiarize yourself with the archiving process in SAP, including the necessary prerequisites and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully archive the object in question.