How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE147 - Recall cannot be created with 'Archive' as data source.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Recall cannot be created with 'Archive' as data source.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE147 - Recall cannot be created with 'Archive' as data source. ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE147 indicates that a recall cannot be created because the data source specified is 'Archive'. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Archive Management, where the system is trying to access archived data but is unable to create a recall for it.
  Cause:
  
  Data Source Issue: The error arises when the system is attempting to create a recall from an archived document or data, but the data source is set to 'Archive', which is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the Archive Management that restrict the creation of recalls from archived data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform recall operations on archived data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source you are trying to use for the recall is not set to 'Archive'. You may need to select a different data source that is not archived.
  Review Archive Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Archive Management to see if there are any restrictions on recalls from archived data. You may need to adjust these settings.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform recalls. If not, you may need to adjust the user roles or permissions.
  Use Alternative Methods: If the recall is not possible directly from the archive, consider using alternative methods to access the required data, such as restoring the data from the archive to a non-archived state if that is feasible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Archive Management documentation for guidelines on how to manage recalls and the limitations associated with archived data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and successfully manage your archived data in SAP.