How To Fix CM_ARCHIV215 - &1 &2 does not exist in the archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_ARCHIV - Archiving Data

• Message number: 215

• Message text: &1 &2 does not exist in the archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_ARCHIV215 - &1 &2 does not exist in the archive ?

  The SAP error message CM_ARCHIV215 indicates that a specific object (identified by &1 and &2) does not exist in the archive. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to access archived data that is either not available or has not been properly archived.
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Archived: The object you are trying to access has not been archived yet.
  Incorrect Object Identifier: The identifiers (&1 and &2) provided in the error message may be incorrect or not match any archived data.
  Archive File Missing: The archive file that contains the object may be missing or not accessible.
  Data Deletion: The data may have been deleted from the archive or the archive itself may have been removed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving process or the archive management.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the object has been archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration).
  Verify Object Identifiers: Ensure that the identifiers (&1 and &2) are correct. Double-check the parameters you are using to access the archived data.
  Re-archive Data: If the object has not been archived, you may need to run the archiving process for that specific object type.
  Check Archive Files: Ensure that the archive files are present in the designated archive directory and that the system has access to them.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving process to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for specific object types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SARI: For displaying archived data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Archiving Guidelines: Review SAP's guidelines on archiving to ensure that the process is being followed correctly.
  
  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.