How To Fix BS505 - Archive not opened for reading (handle &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS - Status Management

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Archive not opened for reading (handle &)

What causes this issue?

The system has tried to read a status object from an archive file
that has not been opened for read access.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS505 - Archive not opened for reading (handle &) ?

  The SAP error message BS505: Archive not opened for reading (handle &) typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing an archive file in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to read archived data or when accessing documents stored in the archive.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Archive Handle: The handle referenced in the error message may not be valid or may have been closed before the read operation.
  Archive File Not Available: The archive file may not be present in the expected location, or it may have been deleted or moved.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive.
  Corrupted Archive: The archive file may be corrupted, preventing it from being opened for reading.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archive management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Handle: Ensure that the handle being referenced is valid and that the archive was opened correctly before attempting to read from it.
  Verify Archive Availability: Check if the archive file exists in the specified location. You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage and verify archives.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archive. You may need to check roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Check Archive Integrity: If you suspect the archive may be corrupted, you can try to re-create the archive or restore it from a backup if available.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the archiving process has been set up properly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Deletion
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving and data management for more detailed information on how to manage archives.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.