How To Fix FR603 - Error reading from archive: Conversion not possible

FR603 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Error reading from archive: Conversion not possible

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FR603 - Details

• The SAP error message FR603, which states "Error reading from archive: Conversion not possible," typically occurs when there is an issue with reading data from an archive file during a conversion process. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to access archived data or during data migration processes.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Archive File: The archive file may be corrupted or incomplete, preventing SAP from reading it properly.
  Incorrect Archive Format: The format of the archive file may not be compatible with the expected format for the conversion process.
  Missing Archive: The archive file may not exist in the specified location, or the path may be incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive file.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how archives are handled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive File: Verify that the archive file exists and is not corrupted. You can try