How To Fix C+641 - Document &1 (&2) was not found in the Archive Information System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 641

• Message text: Document &1 (&2) was not found in the Archive Information System

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+641 - Document &1 (&2) was not found in the Archive Information System ?

  The SAP error message C+641 indicates that a specific document (identified by the document number and type) could not be found in the Archive Information System (AIS). This typically occurs when a user attempts to access a document that has been archived, but the system cannot locate it in the archive.
  Cause:
  
  Document Not Archived: The document may not have been archived yet, or it may have been deleted from the archive.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number or type provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Archive Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Archive Information System, such as missing or misconfigured archive objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived documents.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database or the connection to the archive storage.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number and type to ensure they are correct.
  Check Archive Status: Use transaction code SARA to check the status of the archiving process for the specific document type. Ensure that the document has been archived properly.
  Review Archive Configuration: Ensure that the Archive Information System is correctly configured for the document type in question. This includes checking the archive object settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access archived documents. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and permissions.
  Consult Archive Logs: Review the archive logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the archiving process.
  Re-archive if Necessary: If the document was supposed to be archived but is not found, consider re-archiving the document if applicable.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if there are underlying database or configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects and checking archive status.
  SARI: For displaying archived documents.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on archiving processes and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving and the C+641 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the C+641 error in SAP.