How To Fix AREN186 - &1: Read section: Read module &2 for archiving class does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 186

• Message text: &1: Read section: Read module &2 for archiving class does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN186 - &1: Read section: Read module &2 for archiving class does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AREN186 indicates that there is an issue with the archiving process, specifically that the system is unable to find the specified read module for the archiving class. This can occur for several reasons, and here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Read Module: The read module specified for the archiving class does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing or incorrectly configured module.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured, leading to the system being unable to locate the necessary read module.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was transported from another system, the read module may not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the read module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA and check the configuration of the archiving object. Ensure that the read module is correctly defined.
  Verify that the archiving class and its associated read module are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Read Module:
  
  Use transaction code SE80 or SE11 to check if the read module exists in the system. The read module should be defined in the relevant namespace.
  If the read module is missing, you may need to create it or transport it from another system where it exists.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the archiving object was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request.
  If necessary, re-transport the missing components.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations to access the read module and the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues documented by SAP.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has specific configurations and associated read modules. Understanding the specific archiving object you are working with is crucial.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific archiving object or error message for additional guidance and solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the AREN186 error message in SAP.