How To Fix VHURL853 - Preceding/subsequent accounts cannot be determined for archived accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 853

• Message text: Preceding/subsequent accounts cannot be determined for archived accounts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL853 - Preceding/subsequent accounts cannot be determined for archived accounts ?

  The SAP error message VHURL853 indicates that the system is unable to determine the preceding or subsequent accounts for archived accounts. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or asset accounting when dealing with archived data.
  Cause:
  
  Archived Data: The error often arises when the system is trying to access or process archived account data, and it cannot find the necessary information to establish the relationships between accounts.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the system that prevent it from correctly identifying the account relationships.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the integrity of the data in the database, such as missing entries or inconsistencies in the account records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Settings: Ensure that the archiving settings are correctly configured. You may need to review the archiving process to ensure that all necessary data is archived properly.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the account records. This can often be done using transaction codes like SARA (for archiving) or SICF (for service activation).
  Review Account Relationships: Check the configuration of the account relationships in the system. Ensure that the preceding and subsequent accounts are correctly defined in the system.
  Restore Archived Data: If necessary, consider restoring the archived data temporarily to resolve the issue and then re-archiving it after the problem is fixed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to archiving and data management, such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving and account management to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  Testing: If you make changes to the configuration or data, ensure to test in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the VHURL853 error in your SAP system.