How To Fix GD_ARCHIV050 - Select archive files

GD_ARCHIV050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD_ARCHIV - Messages of Function Group GD_ARCHIV

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Select archive files

What causes this issue?

The archive is using the option "Select files manually" as the data
source, but you have not selected any archive files.

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?

Select the archived files, or if possible, the corresponding setting
(see menu path <LS>Additions -> Data sources</>).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD_ARCHIV050 - Select archive files ?

  The SAP error message GD_ARCHIV050, which states "Select archive files," typically occurs when a user attempts to access or process archived data but has not selected any archive files for the operation. This error is often encountered in the context of data archiving and retrieval processes in SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Archive Files Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any archive files to work with. This can happen if the user is trying to retrieve or display archived data without specifying which archive files to use.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archive file itself, leading to the system not recognizing available archive files.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archive files, which can prevent them from being displayed or selected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Archive Files: Ensure that you select the appropriate