How To Fix C2243 - No active archive information structure for &. Is read without structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 243

• Message text: No active archive information structure for &. Is read without structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2243 - No active archive information structure for &. Is read without structure ?

  The SAP error message C2243, which states "No active archive information structure for &. Is read without structure?", typically occurs when the system is trying to access archived data but cannot find the necessary archive information structure. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to access archived documents or data that should be retrieved from the archive.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Archive Information Structure: The primary cause of this error is that there is no active archive information structure defined for the object you are trying to access. This could be due to:
  
  The archive information structure not being created or activated.
  The archive information structure being deactivated or deleted.
  The object type not being properly configured for archiving.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for archiving may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary structures.
  
  
  Data Retrieval Issues: The system may be attempting to read data that is archived without the proper structure in place to interpret that data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archive Information Structure:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Check if the archive information structure for the relevant object is active. If it is not, you may need to create or activate it.
  
  
  
  Create/Activate Archive Information Structure:
  
  If the structure does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction or configuration settings.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving configuration for the relevant object is correctly set up. This includes checking the object type and ensuring that it is properly configured for archiving.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with to ensure that all necessary steps for archiving and retrieval are followed.
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data and the related structures.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information), and others that may be related to archiving and data retrieval.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error C2243 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Archiving Best Practices: Review best practices for archiving in SAP to ensure that your system is set up correctly for future archiving and retrieval processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C2243 error and ensure that your SAP system can access archived data correctly.