How To Fix SPPF_DET034 - No archive mode exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_DET - PPF: Determination Technology

• Message number: 034

• Message text: No archive mode exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_DET034 - No archive mode exists ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_DET034: No archive mode exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Archive Development Kit (ADK) when the system is trying to access or manage archived data, but it cannot find a valid archive mode configuration. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing configuration settings or issues with the archive object.
  Cause
  
  Missing Archive Mode Configuration: The archive mode for the specific object you are trying to access has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Object Settings: The archive object may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archive mode.
  Transport Issues: If the archive mode was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Archive Mode Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archive object and check if the archive mode is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or configure the archive mode.
  
  
  
  Define Archive Mode:
  
  If you need to create a new archive mode, you can do this in transaction SARA by selecting the appropriate archive object and defining the archive mode settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Settings:
  
  Ensure that the archive object you are working with is correctly set up. You can check this in transaction SARA or SCDO (for Data Object Management).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archive mode. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the archive mode was recently transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been imported correctly and that the configuration is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archive object you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SCDO: Data Object Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: You can also search or post questions in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.