How To Fix FG759 - File is being made available by optical archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 759

• Message text: File is being made available by optical archive

What causes this issue?

The archive file is currently being transported from the optical
archive back to the file system. During this time, of course, no
other actions can be carried out on this archive. The status
automatically changes when the transport has been completed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG759 - File is being made available by optical archive ?

  The SAP error message FG759, which states "File is being made available by optical archive," typically occurs in the context of document management systems (DMS) or when dealing with optical archiving in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a file that is currently being processed or made available from an optical archive, and therefore, it cannot be accessed at that moment.
  Cause:
  
  File in Use: The file you are trying to access is currently being processed or retrieved from the optical archive.
  System Lock: There may be a lock on the file due to another user or process accessing it.
  Archiving Process: The archiving process may still be ongoing, and the file is not yet fully available for access.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the optical archiving system or the connection to the archive.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: Often, the simplest solution is to wait for a few moments and then try to access the file again. The process may complete, and the file will become available.
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the file. If you find a lock that is not being released, you may need to contact the user or process that holds the lock.
  Monitor Archiving Jobs: Check the status of any archiving jobs that may be running. You can use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs and see if there are any jobs related to the optical archive that are still in progress.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Configuration Review: If the problem persists, review the configuration settings for the optical archiving system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Contact Support: If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and OAC0 (Optical Archive Configuration).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to optical archiving for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the files in the optical archive.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FG759 error and access the required files from the optical archive.