How To Fix GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING002 - Error when reading the ECS items package by package from the archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING - Message Class for Object GLE_ECS

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Error when reading the ECS items package by package from the archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING002 - Error when reading the ECS items package by package from the archive ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING002 typically occurs during the process of reading ECS (Electronic Cash System) items from the archive. This error can arise due to various reasons related to the archiving process, data integrity, or system configuration. Below are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to issues when trying to read them.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object or the configuration settings for the ECS archiving process may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the system from accessing the archived data.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system may not be compatible with the archived data format.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Files: Verify the integrity of the archive files. If they are corrupted, you may need to restore them from a backup or recreate them.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object and related configuration settings are correctly defined. This includes checking the settings in transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the archived ECS items.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to identify and resolve any underlying issues that may be affecting data access.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SLG1 (for application logs), and SM21 (for system logs).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to ECS archiving and data retrieval processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the GLE_ECS_AL_ARCHIVING002 error in your SAP system.