How To Fix SOI620 - Table &1 has not been classified before

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOI - Safe Online Import/Upgrade Messages

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Table &1 has not been classified before

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOI620 - Table &1 has not been classified before ?

  The SAP error message SOI620 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1 in the error message) has not been classified before it is being used in a certain operation, typically related to the SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or archiving processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to perform an operation on a table that has not been classified in the context of data archiving or ILM. Classification is a prerequisite for managing data lifecycle processes, as it defines how the data in the table should be treated regarding archiving, retention, and deletion.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SOI620 error, you need to classify the table that is mentioned in the error message. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Classification Transaction:
  
  Use transaction code SARA to access the Archive Administration screen.
  
  
  
  Classify the Table:
  
  Navigate to the "Object" menu and select "Classify".
  Enter the name of the table that is causing the error.
  Follow the prompts to classify the table according to your organization's data management policies.
  
  
  
  Check Classification:
  
  After classification, you can verify that the table has been classified correctly by checking the classification settings in the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Operation:
  
  Once the table is classified, re-run the operation that triggered the error to see if it resolves the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on ILM and data archiving for detailed guidelines on how to classify tables and manage data lifecycle processes.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to classify tables and perform archiving operations.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after classification, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.