/EACC/ARCHIV033 - Characteristic &1 is not defined for data basis &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/ARCHIV -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not defined for data basis &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV033 - Characteristic &1 is not defined for data basis &2 ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV033 indicates that a specific characteristic (denoted as &1) is not defined for a given data basis (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in the context of data archiving or data management processes within SAP systems, particularly when working with the Archive Management component.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic specified in the error message is not defined in the system for the specified data basis. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete setup.
  Data Basis Issues: The data basis itself may not be properly configured or may not support the characteristic being referenced.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the data model and the archiving object, leading to the characteristic not being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the characteristic is correctly defined in the relevant customizing settings. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (e.g., transaction SPRO) and checking the settings for the data basis and characteristics.
  Define the Characteristic: If the characteristic is indeed missing, you will need to define it in the system. This may involve creating or modifying the data model or the archiving object to include the necessary characteristic.
  Review Data Basis: Ensure that the data basis is correctly set up and that it supports the characteristics you are trying to use. This may involve checking the documentation or consulting with a functional consultant.
  Check Transport Logs: If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the transport.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object or data basis to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) or SPRO (Customizing) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring characteristics and data bases.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and definitions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.