How To Fix AL012 - 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: 012

• 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.
A 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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AL012 - SAP ArchiveLink (no stored document found) ?

  The SAP error message AL012 ("No stored document found") typically occurs in the context of SAP ArchiveLink when the system is unable to locate a document that is expected to be stored in the archive. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of AL012 Error
  
  
  Document Not Archived: The document you are trying to access may not have been archived yet. This can happen if the archiving process has not been executed or if the document was never archived.
  
  
  Incorrect Document ID: The document ID or reference you are using to retrieve the document may be incorrect or does not match any archived documents.
  
  
  Archive Object Configuration: The configuration for the archive object may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in retrieving documents.
  
  
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database where the archive information is stored, such as corruption or connectivity problems.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived documents.
  
  
  Retention Period Expiry: The document may have been deleted due to the expiration of its retention period.
  
  
  Solutions to AL012 Error
  
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the document has been archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see if the document is listed.
  
  
  Verify Document ID: Ensure that you are using the correct document ID or reference number. Double-check the input parameters.
  
  
  Review Archive Object Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant archive object in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings are correct and that the object is properly defined.
  
  
  Database Check: If you suspect database issues, perform a database consistency check or consult your database administrator to ensure that the archive database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archived documents. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Retention Management: If the document has been deleted due to retention policies, you may need to review the retention settings and determine if the document can be restored from a backup.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAC1: Archive Object Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to ArchiveLink and the AL012 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ArchiveLink for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AL012 error in SAP ArchiveLink.