How To Fix WME_ARCH039 - Unknown data structure '&1' while writing a table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Unknown data structure '&1' while writing a table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH039 - Unknown data structure '&1' while writing a table ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH039 indicates that there is an issue with an unknown data structure when attempting to write to a table. This error typically occurs in the context of data archiving or data management processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message WME_ARCH039 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Data Structure Name: The data structure specified in the archiving process does not exist or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured, leading to the system not recognizing the data structure.
  Missing or Incomplete Customization: If the data structure is a custom one, it may not have been fully implemented or activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the data structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error WME_ARCH039, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Structure Name: Verify that the data structure name specified in the archiving configuration is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check the configuration of the archiving object related to the error.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Activate Data Structure: If the data structure is custom, ensure that it is activated in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant development objects in the ABAP Workbench (transaction code SE80).
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the data structure was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all objects are active.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the archiving process to identify where the error occurs. You can use transaction SE37 to analyze the function module that is responsible for the archiving process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking data structures)
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on data archiving and the specific archiving object you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WME_ARCH039 error in your SAP system.