How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL056 - ADK: Error opening the archive - there are no files for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 056

• Message text: ADK: Error opening the archive - there are no files for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL056 - ADK: Error opening the archive - there are no files for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL056, which states "ADK: Error opening the archive - there are no files for object &1," typically occurs in the context of the Archive Development Kit (ADK) when the system is unable to find any archived files for a specified object. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Archived Data: The most common cause is that there are simply no archived files for the specified object. This could be due to the object not being archived yet or the archiving process not being executed correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect Object Name: The object name specified in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled, leading the system to look for files that do not exist.
  
  
  Archiving Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the archiving configuration settings in the system, preventing the proper creation or retrieval of archived files.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data for the specified object.
  
  
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from accessing the archive files.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the object has been archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see if there are any archived files for the object.
  
  
  Verify Object Name: Ensure that the object name specified in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Go to transaction SARA and check the configuration settings for the archiving object. Ensure that the archiving process is set up correctly and that the necessary jobs have been scheduled and executed.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the archived data. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  Database Check: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, check for any database-related problems. This may involve checking database logs or consulting with your database administrator.
  
  
  Re-archive if Necessary: If it turns out that the object has not been archived, you may need to run the archiving process for that object again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for archiving object management), and SARE (for archiving object settings).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Archive Development Kit (ADK) for more detailed information on archiving processes and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AFX_GLOBAL056 error and implement a suitable solution.