How To Fix AL004 - Storage system (start scan dialog or select document)

AL004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AL - SAP ArchiveLink - Office - TOM for ARC objects

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Storage system (start scan dialog or select document)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AL004 - Storage system (start scan dialog or select document) ?

  The SAP error message AL004 typically indicates an issue related to the storage system, particularly when trying to start a scan dialog or select a document. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the ArchiveLink component of SAP, which is used for document management and archiving.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The storage system may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the ArchiveLink configuration.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the storage system or perform the required actions.
  Connection Problems: There may be issues with the connection to the storage system, such as network problems or incorrect connection parameters.
  Document Not Found: The document you are trying to access may not exist in the specified storage system.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database or storage system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the ArchiveLink administration (transaction