How To Fix TXX504 - Archiving object &1 is assigned to more than one application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXX - DARTX - XML-Based Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Archiving object &1 is assigned to more than one application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXX504 - Archiving object &1 is assigned to more than one application ?

  The SAP error message TXX504 indicates that the archiving object you are trying to work with is assigned to more than one application. This can occur when the same archiving object is used in multiple contexts or modules within SAP, leading to conflicts when attempting to perform archiving operations.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Assignments: The archiving object is linked to more than one application area, which can create confusion in the archiving process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the archiving settings or in the application areas that utilize the archiving object.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might inadvertently cause the archiving object to be associated with multiple applications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Assignments: Review the assignments of the archiving object in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  
  Use transaction code SARA to access the archiving administration.
  Check the configuration for the specific archiving object to see where it is assigned.
  
  
  
  Remove Redundant Assignments: If you find that the archiving object is indeed assigned to multiple applications unnecessarily, consider removing the redundant assignments. Ensure that the archiving object is only linked to the applications that require it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to understand its intended use and any restrictions on its assignment.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the archiving process works as expected without any conflicts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing archiving objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific archiving object or the error message TXX504, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on archiving objects and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.