How To Fix SOBL_MESSAGE026 - Selection of relationships for archiving closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOBL_MESSAGE - Object Relationship Service Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Selection of relationships for archiving closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOBL_MESSAGE026 - Selection of relationships for archiving closed ?

  The SAP error message SOBL_MESSAGE026 indicates that the selection of relationships for archiving has been closed. This typically occurs in the context of archiving objects in SAP, particularly when dealing with the archiving of business documents or data that have relationships with other objects.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Closed Archiving Object: The archiving object you are trying to work with has been closed, meaning that no further data can be archived under that object.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the relationships defined within it.
  Data Locking: The data you are trying to archive may be locked due to ongoing processes or transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Status:
  
  Verify if the archiving object is indeed closed. You can do this by checking the archiving object settings in transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  If the object is closed and you need to archive more data, you may need to reopen it, but this should be done with caution and typically requires administrative privileges.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the archiving object is correct. Check the settings for relationships and ensure they are properly defined.
  You can use transaction SARA to review the configuration of the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Locks:
  
  Investigate if there are any locks on the data you are trying to archive. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the archiving has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Archiving Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data archiving in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SOBL_MESSAGE026 error message.