How To Fix IW081 - Order & archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Order & archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW081 - Order & archived ?

  The SAP error message IW081 typically indicates that a work order is archived and cannot be processed in the usual manner. This error can occur in various transactions related to work order management, such as when trying to display, change, or perform operations on an archived order.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the IW081 error is that the work order you are trying to access has been archived. Archiving is a process in SAP that moves data that is no longer actively used from the database to a storage system to improve performance and manage data volume. Once an order is archived, it is no longer available for standard operations in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW081 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify if the work order is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see the status of archived objects.
  
  
  Access Archived Data: If you need to view or analyze the archived work order, you can use the transaction code SARA to access archived data. You may need to use specific reports or tools designed to retrieve archived information.
  
  
  Unarchive (if necessary): If you need to perform operations on the work order and it is critical to have it unarchived, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator. They can help you with the unarchiving process, but be aware that this may not always be advisable or possible depending on your organization's data management policies.
  
  
  Review Archiving Policies: If you frequently encounter this issue, it may be worth reviewing your organization's archiving policies and procedures. Adjusting the archiving strategy may help prevent critical work orders from being archived too soon.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on archiving and managing work orders.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW32 (Change Order), IW33 (Display Order), and SARA (Archive Administration).
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to work orders in your SAP system, as these can vary based on the configuration and version of SAP you are using.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access archived data or perform unarchiving actions, as these may be restricted based on user roles.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.