How To Fix OA746 - SAP ArchiveLink (document part not found)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 746

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink (document part not found)

What causes this issue?

An error was reported by the partner system.

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?

The reason for the error cannot be eliminated from the application.
Please inform your system administrator / content server administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA746 - SAP ArchiveLink (document part not found) ?

  The SAP error message OA746 ("Document part not found") typically occurs in the context of SAP ArchiveLink, which is used for document management and archiving within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to locate a specific document part that is expected to be present in the archive.
  Causes of OA746 Error
  
  Missing Document Parts: The document part that the system is trying to access may have been deleted or not archived correctly.
  Incorrect Archive Configuration: The ArchiveLink configuration may not be set up properly, leading to issues in retrieving documents.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that stores the document metadata.
  Access Rights: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document or its parts.
  Incorrect Document ID: The document ID being referenced may be incorrect or malformed.
  
  Solutions to OA746 Error
  
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify if the document part exists in the archive. You can do this by checking the archive storage or using ArchiveLink transaction codes (like OAC0) to view archived documents.
  
  
  Re-archive the Document: If the document part is missing, you may need to re-archive the document. This can be done by using the appropriate transaction to archive the document again.
  
  
  Review ArchiveLink Configuration: Ensure that the ArchiveLink settings are correctly configured. Check the settings in transaction OAC2 (ArchiveLink settings) and ensure that the storage system is correctly defined.
  
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the document. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that there are no issues. This may involve running specific database utilities or checks depending on your database system.
  
  
  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 resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC0 (Archive Administration), OAC2 (ArchiveLink Settings), and OAC3 (Display Archive).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ArchiveLink for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any 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 OA746 error in your SAP system.