How To Fix GD_ARCHIV185 - Archive access via SAP AS not possible; matching field catalog missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD_ARCHIV - Messages of Function Group GD_ARCHIV

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Archive access via SAP AS not possible; matching field catalog missing

What causes this issue?

You want to access archived data via the Archive Information System
(SAP AS). This is not possible since the field catalog for archiving
object &v1 is missing. This field catalog is included in the standard
system.
For the aforementioned object, the desired data is not determined using
SAP AS. Rather, the archive files in question are all read
sequentially. This procedure can be quite time consuming for large
amounts of data.

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?

If you regularly use the valuation function and would thus like access
via the Archive Information System, contact the responsible SAP
development department.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD_ARCHIV185 - Archive access via SAP AS not possible; matching field catalog missing ?

  The SAP error message GD_ARCHIV185 indicates that there is an issue with accessing archived data through the SAP Archive System (AS). Specifically, it suggests that the system is unable to access the archive because the necessary field catalog is missing. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Field Catalog: The error typically arises when the field catalog required for accessing the archived data is not defined or is not available in the system. The field catalog is essential for mapping the fields in the archive to the fields in the database.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Archive Administration settings or the specific archive object that is being accessed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archive, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the archive files themselves or with the Archive Development Kit (ADK).
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Catalog:
  
  Verify that the field catalog for the specific archive object is defined correctly. You can do this by checking the configuration in transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  If the field catalog is missing, you may need to create or regenerate it.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Archive Object:
  
  If the field catalog is present but still causing issues, consider reconfiguring the archive object. This can involve adjusting the settings in transaction SARA.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archive. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Archive Files:
  
  Check the integrity of the archive files. If there are issues with the files themselves, you may need to restore them or recreate the archive.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archive object you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues documented by SAP.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Object Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on archiving and the Archive Development Kit (ADK).
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GD_ARCHIV185 error in your SAP system.