How To Fix TT179 - Procedure & has already been archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TT - Extended Computer Aided Test Tool (eCATT) messages

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Procedure & has already been archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TT179 - Procedure & has already been archived ?

  The SAP error message TT179 indicates that a procedure (or transaction) has already been archived. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data archiving process, where older data is moved from the database to an archive to improve performance and manage data growth.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The procedure or transaction you are trying to access has been archived as part of the data management strategy.
  Data Management Policies: Your organization may have specific policies that dictate when and how data is archived, leading to the unavailability of certain procedures.
  Accessing Archived Data: You may be attempting to access data that is no longer available in the active database due to the archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the procedure is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archive management tools in SAP.
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access the archived procedure, you may need to use the archive management tools to retrieve it. This can typically be done using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or SARI (Archive Information System).
  Consult with IT/Database Administrators: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your IT department or database administrators. They can provide guidance on accessing archived data or adjusting archiving policies.
  Review Archiving Policies: If this is a frequent issue, it may be worth reviewing the archiving policies in your organization to ensure they align with business needs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving) and SARI (for viewing archived data).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on archiving procedures and best practices.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access archived data or to perform actions related to archiving.
  System Performance: Understand that archiving is a critical process for maintaining system performance and managing data growth, so it should be handled carefully.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error message persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.