How To Fix IRW_LT062 - Select an archiving file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IRW_LT - ILM LT

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Select an archiving file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IRW_LT062 - Select an archiving file ?

  The SAP error message IRW_LT062, which states "Select an archiving file," typically occurs in the context of SAP Archive Management when a user attempts to access or process archived data but has not selected a valid archiving file.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Archiving File Selected: The user has not selected an archiving file from the available options.
  Invalid File: The selected file may not be a valid archiving file or may not be accessible due to permissions or other issues.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IRW_LT062 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select an Archiving File:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct transaction or program where you need to select an archiving file.
  Look for a selection option or button that allows you to choose an archiving file. Make sure to select a valid file from the list.
  
  
  
  Check File Validity:
  
  Verify that the file you are trying to select is indeed an archiving file and is not corrupted.
  Ensure that the file is accessible and that you have the necessary permissions to access it.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the archiving object you are working with. Ensure that the archiving process has been set up correctly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or Archive Management team to ensure that the archiving process is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to Archive Management for additional guidance on handling archiving files.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to archiving, such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System).
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects you are working with, as different objects may have different requirements and configurations.
  User Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access and manage archiving files.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IRW_LT062 error and successfully select an archiving file in SAP.