How To Fix /EACC/ARCHIV021 - &1 documents read from the archive - &2 of these documents selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/ARCHIV -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: &1 documents read from the archive - &2 of these documents selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV021 - &1 documents read from the archive - &2 of these documents selected ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/ARCHIV021 typically relates to issues encountered during the archiving process, specifically when trying to read documents from the archive. The message indicates that a certain number of documents were read from the archive, but there may be issues with the selection or retrieval of those documents.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Issues: The documents may not have been archived correctly, or there may be inconsistencies in the archive files.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the documents may not match the archived documents, leading to a mismatch in the expected results.
  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 archive file itself, such as corruption or misconfiguration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Configuration: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly. Verify that the archiving object and the related settings are properly configured.
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria used for retrieving the documents. Make sure they align with the archived documents.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archived documents. This can be done by checking the user roles and permissions.
  Check Archive Files: Use transaction code SARA to check the status of the archive files. Ensure that the files are not corrupted and are accessible.
  Re-archive if Necessary: If there are issues with the archived documents, consider re-archiving the documents to ensure they are stored correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects and checking the status of archived documents.
  SARI: For reading archived data.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.