How To Fix OA401 - SAP ArchiveLink: Object type not assigned to storage syst. (Customizing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink: Object type not assigned to storage syst. (Customizing)

What causes this issue?

A request was to be sent to a content server. The content server could
not accept the request as the assignment of object types to content
servers was not maintained.

System Response

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA401 - SAP ArchiveLink: Object type not assigned to storage syst. (Customizing) ?

  The SAP error message OA401 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of ArchiveLink, specifically that an object type is not assigned to a storage system in the customizing settings. This can prevent documents from being archived or retrieved properly.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type you are trying to use for archiving or retrieving documents has not been assigned to any storage system in the ArchiveLink configuration.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type being used may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OA401 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to SAP Reference IMG > Cross-Application Components > Document Management > ArchiveLink > Basic Settings > Define Storage Systems.
  
  
  
  Check Storage System Assignment:
  
  In the storage system configuration, check if the object type in question is assigned to a storage system.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to create a new entry or modify an existing one to include the object type.
  
  
  
  Assign Object Type:
  
  If the object type is missing, you can add it by selecting the appropriate storage system and assigning the object type to it.
  Ensure that the object type is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try to archive or retrieve the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Object Types: Object types in ArchiveLink are used to categorize documents. Common object types include invoices, purchase orders, etc.
  Storage Systems: Storage systems are the physical or logical locations where documents are stored. They can be file systems, databases, or external storage solutions.
  Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ArchiveLink functionalities.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ArchiveLink for more detailed information on configuring object types and storage systems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider checking the SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to ArchiveLink and the specific object type you are working with.