How To Fix OK026 - Enter an archive

OK026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OK - Logical database PS

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Enter an archive

What causes this issue?

You have set the indicator <LS>archive data</>, but have not entered
the name of an archive.

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.

Enter an archive
<ZH>or</>
Do not set the indicator for <LS>archive data</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OK026 - Enter an archive ?

  The SAP error message OK026, which states "Enter an archive," typically occurs in the context of archiving documents or data in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects an archive file to be specified, but none has been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archive Specification: The user has not specified an archive file when attempting to access archived data or perform an archiving operation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archiving object may not be properly configured, leading to the system not recognizing the archive.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify an Archive: Ensure that you enter the correct archive file name or path when prompted. This is usually done in the relevant transaction or program where the error occurs.
  Check Archive Configuration: Verify that the archiving object is correctly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the settings in transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  User Permissions: Ensure that the