How To Fix OA109 - Storage system empty (table & object type & doc. type & ID &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Storage system empty (table & object type & doc. type & ID &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA109 - Storage system empty (table & object type & doc. type & ID &) ?

  The SAP error message OA109 indicates that the storage system is empty for a specific table, object type, document type, and ID. This error typically occurs in the context of document management or when trying to access or retrieve documents that are expected to be stored in a specific storage system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the expected data or documents are not present in the specified storage system. This could be due to:
  
  The documents were never uploaded or stored.
  The documents were deleted or moved to another storage location.
  Incorrect configuration or settings in the document management system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the storage system in SAP, such as:
  
  Incorrect settings in the document management configuration.
  The storage system is not properly linked to the document type or object type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the storage system or the specific documents.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify if the documents or data that you are trying to access actually exist in the storage system. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like OAWD (for document management) to check if the documents are stored correctly.
  Checking the relevant tables in the database to see if the entries exist.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the storage system is correctly configured:
  
  Go to the document management settings and verify that the storage system is properly defined and linked to the relevant object types and document types.
  Check the settings in transaction OAC0 (for document management configuration) to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the storage system and the documents. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the SAP application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Re-upload Documents: If the documents are indeed missing, you may need to re-upload them to the storage system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OAWD: Document Management System (DMS) for managing documents.
  OAC0: Document Management System Configuration.
  OAC3: Document Management System Storage System.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Document Management System (DMS) for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.