How To Fix EARC001 - Archive &1 cannot be retrieved

EARC001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Archive &1 cannot be retrieved

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an archive that cannot be retrieved.
In archiving there are more recent archive runs whose run number is
bigger than the one you chose.

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?

First retrieve the more recent archiving runs.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC001 - Archive &1 cannot be retrieved ?

  The SAP error message EARC001, which states "Archive &1 cannot be retrieved," typically occurs when the system is unable to access or retrieve an archived document or data object. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archive File: The archive file may have been deleted or moved from its original location.
  Incorrect Archive Path: The path to the archive file may be incorrectly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive.
  Corrupted Archive: The archive file may be corrupted or not properly formatted.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent access to the archive information.
  Archiving Object Configuration: The archiving object may not be correctly configured in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Location: Verify that the archive file exists in the expected location. If it has been moved or deleted, restore it from