How To Fix AS_AFB802 - Cannot read table &1 of archiving class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AS_AFB - Archive File Browser

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Cannot read table &1 of archiving class &2

What causes this issue?

According to archive management (ARCHIVE_GET_INFORMATION), the file that
was read contains archiving class &V2&. In turn, this archiving class
contains table &V1&. The system found a read function for archiving
class &V2&, but this function is unable to read table &V1&.

System Response

The system is not displaying data from archiving class &V2& for table
&V1&.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AS_AFB802 - Cannot read table &1 of archiving class &2 ?

  The SAP error message AS_AFB802, which states "Cannot read table &1 of archiving class &2," typically occurs when the system is unable to access a specific database table that is associated with a particular archiving class. This can happen for several reasons, including issues with the archiving process, missing or corrupted data, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Table: The specified table may not exist in the database, possibly due to deletion or an incomplete archiving process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Corrupted Data: The data in the table may be corrupted, preventing it from being read.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving class may not be correctly configured, leading to issues when trying to access the associated table.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the table structure may not have been properly transported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table specified in the error message exists in the database. You can do this using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Check Archiving Configuration: Review the configuration of the archiving class in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings are correct and that the table is properly linked to the archiving class.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the database table. If there are inconsistencies, you may need to repair them.
  Re-run Archiving Process: If the issue is related to an incomplete archiving process, consider re-running the archiving job for the relevant objects.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE14: Database Utility
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for known issues related to this error.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context around the error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.