How To Fix AS_DATASOURCE005 - Report &1 is not intended for archiving object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AS_DATASOURCE - Dialog for Selecting Data Source

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Report &1 is not intended for archiving object &2

What causes this issue?

You want to use report &V1& to read data for the archiving object &V2&,
but report &V1& is not intended to read data for this archiving object.

System Response

Report &V1& cannot be run with archiving object &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Use input help (F4) to select an appropriate archiving object. The
input help list only contains archiving objects that can be used with
this report.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AS_DATASOURCE005 - Report &1 is not intended for archiving object &2 ?

  The SAP error message AS_DATASOURCE005 indicates that a specific report (identified by &1) is not intended for the archiving object (identified by &2). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to archive data using a report that is not configured or designed to work with the specified archiving object.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Report Usage: The report you are trying to use is not associated with the archiving object you are working with. Each archiving object has specific reports that are designed to handle its data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the archiving settings or the report itself, leading to the system not recognizing the report as valid for the archiving object.
  Version Compatibility: The report may not be compatible with the version of the archiving object you are using, especially if there have been updates or changes in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Report and Archiving Object Association:
  
  Verify that the report you are using is indeed intended for the specified archiving object. You can do this by checking the documentation or configuration settings for both the report and the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Report:
  
  If the report is not intended for the archiving object, find the correct report that is designed for that specific archiving object. You can usually find this information in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction code SARA. Ensure that the report is correctly linked to the archiving object.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to include the correct report.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE38: ABAP Editor (to check or modify reports)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to archiving objects and reports.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.