How To Fix KE863 - Data cannot be read from the archive using the current structure

KE863 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Data cannot be read from the archive using the current structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE863 - Data cannot be read from the archive using the current structure ?

  The SAP error message KE863 ("Data cannot be read from the archive using the current structure") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module when there is an attempt to access archived data that does not match the current data structure or format. This can happen for various reasons, including changes in the data structure, updates to the SAP system, or modifications in the configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Data Structure Changes: The structure of the data in the database may have changed due to updates or modifications in the SAP system, making it incompatible with the archived data.
  Archiving Process: If the archiving process was not executed correctly or if there were changes in the archiving settings, it could lead to issues when trying to access archived data.
  Version Mismatch: If the archived data was created in a different version of SAP, it may not be compatible with the current version.
  Missing or Corrupted Archive