How To Fix INV019 - Cannot read archived bill document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INV - Check for Bill Receipt

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Cannot read archived bill document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INV019 - Cannot read archived bill document &1 ?

  The SAP error message INV019: "Cannot read archived bill document &1" typically occurs when the system is unable to access an archived billing document. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Archived: The billing document you are trying to access may not have been archived properly.
  Archiving Object Issues: There may be issues with the archiving object configuration or the archiving process itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access archived documents.
  Database Issues: There could be problems with the database where the archived documents are stored.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number provided in the error message may be incorrect or does not exist in the archive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archiving Status:
  
  Verify if the billing document has been archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see the status of the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object for billing documents is correctly configured. Check the settings in transaction SARA for the relevant archiving object (e.g., FIAA for billing documents).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access archived documents. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Database Integrity:
  
  If there are database issues, you may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to ensure that the archived data is intact and accessible.
  
  
  
  Correct Document Number:
  
  Double-check the document number you are trying to access. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an archived document.
  
  
  
  Re-archive if Necessary:
  
  If the document was not archived correctly, you may need to re-archive it. This can be done through the archiving process in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SACD: Archive Document Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving and the INV019 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on archiving processes and best practices to ensure that your archiving strategy is sound.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.