How To Fix 5A045 - Object & & & archived (can only be displayed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Object & & & archived (can only be displayed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A045 - Object & & & archived (can only be displayed) ?

  The SAP error message 5A045 indicates that the object you are trying to access has been archived. This means that the data is no longer available for modification or processing in the active database but can still be displayed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  The object (such as a document, transaction, or record) has been archived to save space in the database or for compliance reasons.
  Archiving is a process in SAP that moves data from the active database to an archive storage, which is typically used for historical data that is not frequently accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Display the Archived Object: Since the error message indicates that the object can only be displayed, you can use the appropriate transaction or report to view the archived data. This usually involves using specific archive management transactions, such as:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARCH: Archive Object Management
  
  
  
  Restore the Object: If you need to modify or process the archived object, you may need to restore it from the archive. This typically requires:
  
  Access to the archiving system.
  Appropriate authorizations to restore archived data.
  Using the relevant transaction or program to restore the data.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Settings: If you frequently encounter this issue, it may be worth reviewing the archiving settings and policies in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business needs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to handle archived objects for the particular module or object type you are dealing with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Process: Understand the archiving process in SAP, which includes defining archiving objects, creating archive files, and managing the archived data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access archived data and perform any required actions.
  Performance Considerations: Archiving can improve system performance by reducing the amount of data in the active database, but it is essential to balance this with the need for data accessibility.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for more detailed guidance tailored to your specific environment.