How To Fix O7136 - Unknown structure was found in archive.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O7 - IS-Oil: MRN Marketing Retail Network messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Unknown structure was found in archive.

What causes this issue?

The &V1& program for Business Location detected a structure in the
archive which is not known to the &V1& program.
Either the archive is inconsistent or the &V1& program is not
up-to-date.

System Response

The &V1& process will not proceed.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O7136 - Unknown structure was found in archive. ?

  The SAP error message O7136, which states "Unknown structure was found in archive," typically occurs when there is an issue with the data structure in the archive files that SAP is trying to process. This can happen during the archiving or retrieval process when the system encounters a structure that it does not recognize or that is not defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Archive Structure: The archive file may have been created with a different version of the SAP system or with a different configuration that is not compatible with the current system.
  Missing or Corrupted Metadata: The metadata that describes the structure of the archived data may be missing or corrupted, leading to the system being unable to interpret the data correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom objects or structures that were archived, and those structures are not recognized by the current system, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the archive object was transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the data structures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Object Configuration: Ensure that the archive object and its associated structures are correctly defined in the current SAP system. You may need to compare the configuration with the system where the archive was created.
  Recreate the Archive: If possible, recreate the archive from the original data source in the current system to ensure compatibility.
  Update SAP System: If the archive was created in a newer version of SAP, consider updating your system to the latest version or applying relevant support packages that may resolve compatibility issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and the archive in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes and check the status of archived objects.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to archiving and data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the O7136 error in your SAP system.