How To Fix OA428 - SAP ArchiveLink (obj. type/doc. type not assigned to storage system &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 428

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink (obj. type/doc. type not assigned to storage system &)

What causes this issue?

The present combination of object type und document type is not
assigned to the specified content server.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select a permitted combination.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA428 - SAP ArchiveLink (obj. type/doc. type not assigned to storage system &) ?

  The SAP error message OA428 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of ArchiveLink, specifically that the object type or document type is not assigned to a storage system. This can occur when trying to store or retrieve documents in the SAP system using ArchiveLink.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type or document type you are trying to use has not been properly configured in the ArchiveLink settings.
  Incorrect Object Type/Document Type: The object type or document type being referenced does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Storage System Not Assigned: The storage system that is supposed to handle the document type is not assigned or is incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OA428 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type and Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAC0 (for object types) and OAC2 (for document types).
  Ensure that the object type and document type you are trying to use are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Assign Document Type to Storage System:
  
  Use transaction code OAC3 to check the assignment of document types to storage systems.
  Ensure that the relevant document type is assigned to the appropriate storage system.
  
  
  
  Check Storage System Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OAC4 to review the configuration of the storage system.
  Make sure that the storage system is correctly set up and operational.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to store or retrieve a document again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAC0: Object Types
  OAC2: Document Types
  OAC3: Assign Document Types to Storage Systems
  OAC4: Storage System Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ArchiveLink configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OA428 error and ensure that your ArchiveLink configuration is correctly set up.