How To Fix USMD4118 - Change request &1 has been archived

USMD4118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD4 - Master Data: Workflow Log, JNET Applications, Etc.

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Change request &1 has been archived

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USMD4118 - Details

• The SAP error message USMD4118 indicates that a change request you are trying to access has been archived. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or similar applications where change requests are managed and can be archived after a certain period or under specific conditions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The change request has been archived as part of the data management process. Archiving is a standard procedure in SAP to manage data volume and improve system performance.
  Retention Policy: The organization may have a retention policy that dictates when change requests are archived based on their age or status.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access archived data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Access Archived Data: If you need to view the archived change request, you may need to access the archive directly. This can typically be done through transaction codes related to archiving, such as SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check Archiving Settings: