How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL156 - There are no archive packages / files for the specified selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 156

• Message text: There are no archive packages / files for the specified selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL156 - There are no archive packages / files for the specified selection ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL156 indicates that there are no archive packages or files available for the specified selection criteria in the Archive Management system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access archived data, but the system cannot find any relevant archive files that match your request.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Archive Created: The most common reason for this error is that no archive files have been created for the data you are trying to access. This could be due to the archiving process not being executed or completed successfully.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using to search for archived data may not match any existing archive files. This could be due to incorrect date ranges, object types, or other parameters.
  
  
  Archiving Object Not Configured: The archiving object you are trying to access may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of archive files.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing you from accessing the archive files, even if they exist.
  
  
  Data Deletion: The archived data may have been deleted or moved to a different storage location.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archiving Process: Verify that the archiving process has been executed for the relevant data. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or running the archiving transaction (e.g., SARA) to see if any archiving jobs have been scheduled or completed.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using. Ensure that the parameters match the archived data you are trying to retrieve. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  
  
  Verify Archiving Object Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured in the system. You can check the configuration in transaction SARA and ensure that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data. You may need to consult with your system administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  Consult Archive Management: If you suspect that the archived data has been deleted or moved, consult with your SAP Basis team or the team responsible for data archiving to investigate further.
  
  
  Use Archive Information System: You can use the Archive Information System (transaction SARI) to get an overview of the archived data and see if any relevant archive files exist.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SWWD: Workflow Archive Management
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on archiving processes and best practices.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving and this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AFX_GLOBAL156 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.