How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG084 - Cannot archive; residence period &2 for agrmt/RFQ &1 vers. &3 not reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Cannot archive; residence period &2 for agrmt/RFQ &1 vers. &3 not reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG084 - Cannot archive; residence period &2 for agrmt/RFQ &1 vers. &3 not reached ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG084 indicates that an attempt to archive a specific agreement or request for quotation (RFQ) cannot be completed because the defined residence period has not yet been reached. This is a common issue in SAP systems that manage transport management and logistics.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The archiving process is triggered for an agreement or RFQ that has not yet met the required residence period. The residence period is a defined timeframe during which the data must remain in the system before it can be archived.
  The residence period is set in the archiving object configuration, and the current date is earlier than the date when the data can be archived.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Residence Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the archiving object configuration in the SAP system (transaction code SARA).
  Look for the specific archiving object related to the agreement or RFQ.
  Verify the residence period settings to understand how long the data must remain before it can be archived.
  
  
  
  Wait for the Residence Period:
  
  If the residence period has not yet been reached, you will need to wait until the specified time has elapsed before attempting to archive the data again.
  
  
  
  Adjust Residence Period (if necessary):
  
  If the residence period is too long for your business needs, you may consider adjusting it. However, this should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's data retention policies.
  
  
  
  Check Data Status:
  
  Ensure that the agreement or RFQ is in a status that allows archiving. Sometimes, certain statuses may prevent archiving even if the residence period has been met.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific details related to archiving processes and configurations.
  
  
  
  Run Archiving Program:
  
  Once the residence period is met, you can run the archiving program again to attempt the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process used to remove data from the database to improve performance and manage data growth. It is essential to follow the defined policies and procedures for data retention.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) for managing archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to archiving issues or specific error messages that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.