How To Fix G9179 - No archive files or archiving runs selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G9 - Joint-Venture-Archiving

• Message number: 179

• Message text: No archive files or archiving runs selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G9179 - No archive files or archiving runs selected ?

  The SAP error message G9179 ("No archive files or archiving runs selected") typically occurs when you are trying to access or manage archived data, but the system cannot find any relevant archive files or archiving runs that meet the criteria specified in your request. This can happen in various contexts, such as when you are trying to display, delete, or manage archived data.
  Causes:
  
  No Archive Files Available: There may not be any archive files created for the specific object or data you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have specified (e.g., date range, object type) may not match any existing archive runs.
  Archiving Not Performed: The archiving process may not have been executed for the relevant data objects.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the archive files.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Files: Verify if any archive files exist for the object you are trying to access. You can do this by using transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) and checking the relevant archiving object.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are correct and that they correspond to the available archive runs.
  Run Archiving Process: If no archive files exist, you may need to run the archiving process for the relevant data. This can also be done through transaction SARA.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the archive files. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific archiving object to ensure that it has been set up correctly and that the archiving process has been executed as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARCH: Archive Object Management
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object has specific settings and configurations. Make sure to familiarize yourself with the relevant archiving object for your data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the archiving process for your specific version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.