How To Fix AL005 - SAP ArchiveLink (no stored document found)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 005

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink (no stored document found)

What causes this issue?

There is no link in the SAP ArchiveLink link tables between the calling
Business Object/object and stored documents.
An stored document has not yet been assigned.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AL005 - SAP ArchiveLink (no stored document found) ?

  The SAP error message AL005 ("No stored document found") typically occurs in the context of SAP ArchiveLink, which is used for document management and archiving within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a document that is expected to be stored in the ArchiveLink repository.
  Causes of AL005 Error
  
  Document Not Archived: The document you are trying to access may not have been archived properly or at all.
  Incorrect Document ID: The document ID or reference you are using to retrieve the document may be incorrect or does not exist in the ArchiveLink repository.
  Repository Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the ArchiveLink repository, such as incorrect settings or missing connections.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document in the ArchiveLink repository.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database that stores the ArchiveLink documents, such as corruption or connectivity problems.
  
  Solutions to AL005 Error
  
  
  Verify Document ID: Check the document ID or reference you are using to ensure it is correct. You can do this by looking up the document in the relevant SAP transaction or table.
  
  
  Check Archive Status: Ensure that the document has been archived. You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check the status of archived documents.
  
  
  Review ArchiveLink Configuration: Check the ArchiveLink configuration settings in transaction OAC0 (ArchiveLink Administration) to ensure that the repository is correctly set up and that the document types are properly configured.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ArchiveLink documents. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  Database Integrity Check: If you suspect database issues, perform a database integrity check or consult your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), OAC0 (for ArchiveLink administration), and OAC3 (for document retrieval).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ArchiveLink for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AL005 error in your SAP system.