How To Fix M-008 - Reading of archive & not possible!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M- -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Reading of archive & not possible!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M-008 - Reading of archive & not possible! ?

  The SAP error message M-008, which states "Reading of archive & not possible!", typically occurs when the system is unable to access or read an archived document or data. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archive Files: The archive files may have been deleted or moved from their original location.
  Incorrect Archive Path: The path to the archive files may be incorrectly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive files.
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files may be corrupted or not properly formatted.
  Archiving Object Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archive Files:
  
  Verify that the archive files exist in the expected location. You can use transaction code SARA to check the status of the archived data.
  If the files are missing, you may need to restore them from a backup or re-archive the data.
  
  
  
  Verify Archive Path:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the archive path in transaction code SARA. Ensure that the path is correctly set and points to the location of the archive files.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the archive files. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles.
  
  
  
  Inspect Archive Files:
  
  If you suspect that the archive files are corrupted, you may need to run a consistency check or use tools provided by SAP to validate the integrity of the archive files.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the archiving object related to the data you are trying to access. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Management
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or contact SAP support for further assistance.