How To Fix F9805 - Archive & cannot be opened for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F9 - Messages from all FI Archiving and Deletion Programs

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Archive & cannot be opened for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F9805 - Archive & cannot be opened for deletion ?

  The SAP error message F9805, which states "Archive & cannot be opened for deletion," typically occurs when there is an issue with the archiving process in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to access or delete an archived object due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Archiving Object Not Found: The specified archiving object may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the archived data.
  Archive File Corruption: The archive file may be corrupted or not properly created, making it unreadable.
  Incorrect Archive Path: The path to the archive file may be incorrect or the file may have been moved or deleted.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving settings or the archiving object itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Object: Verify that the archiving object exists and is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SARA) for archiving objects.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the archive has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Validate Archive File: Check the integrity of the archive file. If it is corrupted, you may need to recreate the archive or restore it from a backup.
  Correct Archive Path: Ensure that the path to the archive file is correct and that the file is accessible. You can check the settings in transaction SARA.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Deletion
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to archiving issues and the specific error message F9805.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on archiving processes and best practices to ensure that your archiving setup is correct.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.