How To Fix /SCWM/VAS018 - VAS order &1 comes from the archive and cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/VAS -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: VAS order &1 comes from the archive and cannot be processed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/VAS018 - VAS order &1 comes from the archive and cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/VAS018 indicates that a Value-Added Service (VAS) order is being referenced that has been archived and cannot be processed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to access or manipulate a VAS order that is no longer active in the system due to archiving.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving: The VAS order in question has been archived, meaning it has been moved from the active database to an archive for storage purposes. This is often done to improve system performance and manage data volume.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent operations on archived data to maintain data integrity and ensure that only active records are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the VAS order is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archive management settings in your SAP system.
  Restore from Archive: If you need to access the VAS order, you may need to restore it from the archive. This typically requires the use of the Archive Administration tools in SAP.
  Review Business Processes: If the archiving of VAS orders is causing issues, consider reviewing your archiving strategy and business processes to ensure that critical data is retained for the necessary duration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for specific steps on how to manage archived data and restore it if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Understand the archiving process in SAP, including how data is moved to the archive and how to manage archived data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for help.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage your VAS orders effectively.