How To Fix VB013 - Archiving program &1 no longer supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VB - Sales Documents: Logical Databases and Views

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Archiving program &1 no longer supported

What causes this issue?

Archiing program &V1& was replaced by revised program &V2&. The previous
program &V1& is no longer supported in this release.

System Response

The system cancels the current processing run.

How to fix this error?

Use the new archiving program &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can find extensive information about the changeover of archiving
programs in SAP Note 588145.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VB013 - Archiving program &1 no longer supported ?

  The SAP error message VB013 indicates that the archiving program specified (denoted as &1 in the message) is no longer supported. This typically occurs when you attempt to run an archiving job for a program that has been deprecated or is not available in the current version of your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Deprecated Program: The archiving program you are trying to use has been removed or replaced in the newer versions of SAP.
  System Upgrade: If your SAP system has been upgraded, certain archiving programs may no longer be supported.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are pointing to an outdated or incorrect archiving program.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or release notes for your current version to identify the supported archiving programs.
  Use Alternative Programs: If the program is deprecated, find the recommended alternative archiving program that serves the same purpose.
  Update Custom Programs: If you have custom archiving programs, ensure they are updated to comply with the current SAP standards.
  Consult SAP Support: If you are unsure about the changes or need assistance, consider reaching out to SAP Support for guidance on how to proceed.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving objects and check their status.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the archiving objects relevant to your business processes. Each object has specific programs associated with it.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to the error message.
  Testing: Before making changes in a production environment, test the new archiving programs in a development or quality assurance system to ensure they work as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your archiving processes in SAP.