/BOFU/ARCH130 - Specify the Residence period

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/ARCH -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Specify the Residence period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/ARCH130 - Specify the Residence period ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/ARCH130 Specify the Residence period typically occurs in the context of archiving documents in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the archiving of business documents. This error indicates that the system requires a residence period to be specified before it can proceed with the archiving process.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a specified residence period for the documents you are trying to archive. The residence period is the duration for which the documents must remain in the system before they can be archived. This is often defined in the archiving object configuration.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to specify the residence period in the archiving settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA in the SAP GUI.
  Select the relevant archiving object for which you are trying to archive documents.
  
  
  
  Define the Residence Period:
  
  In the configuration settings for the archiving object, look for the option to define the residence period.
  Specify the required residence period (in days, months, or years) according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After entering the residence period, save the changes to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Retry the Archiving Process:
  
  Go back to the archiving transaction and attempt to archive the documents again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific settings, including the residence period, which determines how long data must be retained before it can be archived.
  Data Retention Policies: Ensure that the residence period aligns with your organization's data retention policies and legal requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing archiving processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on archiving processes and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.