How To Fix FG305 - Archive file has an incorrect header structure

FG305 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Archive file has an incorrect header structure

What causes this issue?

The archive file &1& does not have a correct header structure

System Response

Abnormal termination.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your SAP consultant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG305 - Archive file has an incorrect header structure ?

  The SAP error message FG305, which states "Archive file has an incorrect header structure," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format or integrity of an archive file that SAP is trying to read. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with archived documents, data, or files in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Archive File: The archive file may be corrupted due to incomplete transfers, disk errors, or other issues during the creation or storage of the file.
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the expected format or structure that SAP requires for archive files.
  Version Mismatch: The archive file may have been created with a different version of the archiving software or SAP system that is incompatible with the current version.
  Improper Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the archiving settings or the archive file path.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Integrity: Verify the integrity of the archive file.