How To Fix HREIC_ARC003 - Archive handle &1 is not intended for write access

HREIC_ARC003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREIC_ARC - Message Class for Archiving Object HR_EIC

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Archive handle &1 is not intended for write access

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREIC_ARC003 - Archive handle &1 is not intended for write access ?

  The SAP error message HREIC_ARC003 indicates that the archive handle specified is not intended for write access. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to write to an archive that is either read-only or has been opened in a mode that does not allow writing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Archive Handle Status: The archive handle may have been opened in a mode that does not permit writing. This can happen if the archive is already closed or if it was opened in a read-only mode.
  File Permissions: The underlying file system permissions may not allow writing to the archive file.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the archiving object may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to write to the archive.
  System Lock: The archive might be locked by another process or user, preventing write access.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Handle: Ensure that the archive handle is opened in the correct mode that allows writing.