How To Fix KE151 - Choose one archive file to be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Choose one archive file to be processed

What causes this issue?

You have selected more than one archive file to reload. It is only
possible to process one file.

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?

Select only on archive file.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE151 - Choose one archive file to be processed ?

  The SAP error message KE151 ("Choose one archive file to be processed") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with archived data in the system. This error indicates that the system expects a single archive file to be selected for processing, but either none or multiple files have been selected.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Archive Files Selected: The user may have inadvertently selected more than one archive file for processing.
  No Archive File Selected: The user may not have selected any archive file at all.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving process or the way archive files are stored.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Single Archive File:
  
  Go back to the selection screen where you are prompted to choose an archive file.
  Ensure that you select only one archive file for processing. If multiple files are highlighted, deselect them and choose just one.
  
  
  
  Check for Available Archive Files:
  
  If you do not see any archive files available, ensure that the archiving process has been completed successfully and that the files are stored in the correct location.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for archiving in the SAP system. Ensure that the archiving object and the related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific archiving object you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a deeper system issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process in SAP that allows you to remove data from the database and store it in a more efficient manner. This is often done to improve system performance and manage data growth.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to archiving, such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System).
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and process archive files in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE151 error and successfully process the desired archive file.