How To Fix FG557 - No valid archive key found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 557

• Message text: No valid archive key found

What causes this issue?

No valid archive was found for the archiving object &V3& &v4& in the
archive key interval &v1&-&v2&.
Causes for this can be:
1) there is not entry in the specified interval
2) the archives contain a reference to other archives
3) the archives do not have an entry
4) the archive is not in the file specified in the administration

System Response

Processing is not possible without a valid key.

How to fix this error?

Check the administration entries for archiving object &v3& &v4& or, if
necessary, load files stored externally which correspond to the
administration entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG557 - No valid archive key found ?

  The SAP error message FG557 "No valid archive key found" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid archive key for a document or data record that you are trying to access or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when attempting to retrieve archived documents or when performing operations that involve archived data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archive Key: The archive key for the document or data record may not exist in the archive database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in retrieving archived data.
  Data Deletion: The data may have been deleted or not archived properly, resulting in the absence of a valid archive key.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Configuration: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly in the SAP system. This includes checking the archiving object settings and ensuring that the relevant data is archived properly.
  Verify Archive Key: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check if the archive key exists for the document you are trying to access. You can also check the archive file to see if the data is present.
  Re-archive Data: If the data is missing, consider re-archiving the relevant documents or data records to generate a new archive key.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archived data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs and error messages for any additional information that may help diagnose the issue. Transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) can be useful for this purpose.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving objects relevant to your business processes, as each object may have different configurations and requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to archiving include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARCH: Archive Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on archiving processes and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FG557 error and implement a suitable solution.