How To Fix KD702 - Error in archive access (handle &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Error in archive access (handle &)

What causes this issue?

You tried to use archive handle &V1& to access an archive. However,
this archive has not been opened for the relevant access type (write or
read).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD702 - Error in archive access (handle &) ?

  The SAP error message KD702, which states "Error in archive access (handle &)," typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing archived data in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, particularly in controlling (CO) and other modules where archived data is accessed for reporting or processing.
  Causes of KD702 Error
  
  Missing Archive Object: The archive object that the system is trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Archive Configuration: The configuration for the archiving process may be incorrect, leading to issues when trying to access archived data.
  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 access to the archived data.
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files themselves may be corrupted or not properly formatted.
  
  Solutions to KD702 Error
  
  
  Check Archive Object: Verify that the archive object exists and is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by checking the archive management settings in transaction SARA.
  
  
  Review Archive Configuration: Ensure that the archiving configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for the specific object and ensuring that the archiving process has been completed successfully.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the archived data. This can be done through transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting data access. This may involve checking for locks, performance issues, or other database-related problems.
  
  
  Check Archive Files: If you suspect that the archive files may be corrupted, you can try to reprocess the archiving job or restore from a backup if available.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing and reviewing archived data.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to archiving and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  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 resolve the KD702 error in your SAP system.