How To Fix BA059 - Archive file &1 is not known or is not assigned to an archiving session

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Archive file &1 is not known or is not assigned to an archiving session

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA059 - Archive file &1 is not known or is not assigned to an archiving session ?

  The SAP error message BA059 indicates that the archive file specified is either not recognized by the system or is not properly assigned to an archiving session. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with data archiving in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  File Not Found: The specified archive file does not exist in the expected directory or has been deleted.
  Incorrect File Name: The file name provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Not Assigned to Session: The archive file has not been assigned to the archiving session in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive file.
  Corrupted Archive File: The archive file may be corrupted or not properly created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving session.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the archive file exists in the specified location. If not, ensure that it is created and available.
  Check File Name: Ensure that the file name is correct and matches the expected format.
  Assign to Session: If the file is not assigned to an archiving session, you may need to reassign it. This can typically be done through transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archive file and the archiving session.
  Recreate Archive: If the archive file is corrupted, you may need to recreate the archive by running the archiving process again.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information
  SAD1: Archive Deletion
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving and the BA059 error message.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.