How To Fix AS_DATASOURCE001 - This function cannot be performed with archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AS_DATASOURCE - Dialog for Selecting Data Source

• Message number: 001

• Message text: This function cannot be performed with archiving object &1

What causes this issue?

You called up a read program via the Archive Administration program.
The read program is unable to read data off the archiving object &V1&.
(The Archive Administration program was called up with this archiving
object.)

How to fix this error?

Choose a different read program.
Within the Archive Administration program use input help (F4) for the
field 'Read Program'.
Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

This message can appear in the following cases:
The read program cannot be used for the archiving object &V1&, but has
been entered as the read program for this archiving object &V1&.
This means that the read program has been entered in at least one of
the tables ARCH_RPRG or ARCH_REPOW. Check (for example through
transaction SE16) whether one of these tables contains an entry that
combines the archiving object &V1& and the read program that was used.
If the entry was delivered as part of an SAP program, contact the SAP
Hotline. If not, delete the entry in the following manner:
Table ARCH_REPOW
Delete the entry using transaction SM30.
Table ARCH_RPRG
You should delete an entry from table ARCH_RPRG only if you yourself
created the entry. To delete the entry use transaction AOBJ.
The read program can be used for the archiving object &V1&, but does
not work within the Archive Adminstration program.
If this is the case, it is likely that a program error occurred. If you
are using an SAP program, contact the SAP Hotline. If you are using
your own program, it is likely that one of the function modules
AS_DATASOURCE_INIT or AS_DATASOURCE_SELECT is not being called up
correctly. The archiving object &V1& should exist in the parameter
IT_OBJECTS.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AS_DATASOURCE001 - This function cannot be performed with archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message AS_DATASOURCE001 indicates that a specific function cannot be performed with the specified archiving object. This typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate data that has been archived, and the system does not allow certain operations on archived data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Archiving Restrictions: The function you are trying to perform is not allowed on archived data. For example, you may be trying to display, change, or delete archived records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be configured correctly, or the system may not recognize the archiving status of the data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the archived data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the data you are trying to access is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see the status of the archived objects.
  
  
  Use Appropriate Transactions: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction codes or functions that are allowed for archived data. For example, if you need to view archived data, use the appropriate display transaction for archived objects.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that the object is set up correctly and that the necessary settings are in place to allow the required operations.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with. This documentation may provide insights into the limitations and allowed operations for that object.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on the archiving object and the context of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for displaying archived data), and others related to the specific archiving object.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the archiving object or the error message. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects you are working with, as each object may have its own set of rules and limitations regarding data access and manipulation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.