How To Fix FG701 - No retrieval program exists for the selected archiving object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 701

• Message text: No retrieval program exists for the selected archiving object

What causes this issue?

A program for reloading archived objects for SAP application &v1& and
reorganization object &v2& does not exist yet.

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?

Contact your SAP consultant if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG701 - No retrieval program exists for the selected archiving object ?

  The SAP error message FG701 ("No retrieval program exists for the selected archiving object") typically occurs when you attempt to retrieve archived data for an archiving object that does not have a corresponding retrieval program defined in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to access archived documents or data that has been archived but not properly configured for retrieval.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Retrieval Program: The archiving object you are trying to access does not have a retrieval program associated with it. This can happen if the archiving object was not set up correctly during the archiving configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not have been fully configured in the system, or the retrieval program may have been deleted or not activated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the retrieval program, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check its configuration.
  Ensure that a retrieval program is defined for the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Define a Retrieval Program:
  
  If no retrieval program exists, you may need to create one. This typically involves ABAP development, where a custom retrieval program can be written to fetch the archived data.
  Consult with your SAP technical team or a developer to create the necessary retrieval program.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Retrieval Programs:
  
  Use transaction code SE38 to check if there are any existing retrieval programs for the archiving object.
  If a retrieval program exists but is not linked to the archiving object, you may need to link it or adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the retrieval program. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to that object.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SE38: ABAP Editor (to check or create programs)
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the archiving object you are using.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.