How To Fix BA111 - Archive file & does not exist

BA111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Archive file & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The archive file being sought is neither in the file system nor in an a
connected storage system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Ask your system manager to put the archive file being sought in the
file system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA111 - Archive file & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BA111, which states "Archive file & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a specified archive file that is required for processing. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the retrieval of archived documents or when trying to access archived data.
  Causes:
  
  File Deletion: The archive file may have been deleted or moved from its original location.
  Incorrect Path: The path specified for the archive file may be incorrect or not properly configured in the system.
  Archiving Process Issues: There may have been issues during the archiving process that prevented the file from being created or stored correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive file.
  System Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check the specified path to ensure that the archive file actually exists. If it has been