How To Fix WME_ARCH009 - Info structure for archiving object &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Info structure for archiving object &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH009 - Info structure for archiving object &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH009 indicates that the system cannot find the information structure for the specified archiving object. This typically occurs when you are trying to archive data but the necessary configuration or information structure is missing or not properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Information Structure: The information structure for the specified archiving object has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Archiving Object: The archiving object specified may be incorrect or not defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included all necessary components.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SARA (Archive Administration) and check if the archiving object is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the information structure for the archiving object is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create Information Structure:
  
  If the information structure is missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the transaction SARA or by using the relevant customizing transactions for the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Verify Archiving Object:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct archiving object. You can check the documentation or the customizing settings to confirm the correct object.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the archiving object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object to understand its requirements and configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check the structure)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check the archiving object)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on archiving objects and their configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.