How To Fix PH020 - Archive &1 could not be opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Archive &1 could not be opened

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.archiving_session>Archiving session</> &V1& could not be
opened. There are a number of possible reasons for this problem. The
session has probably been stored in such a way that the system cannot
access it directly.

System Response

The action is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Call up <DS:TRAN.SARA>Archive Management</>, choose <LS>Management</>,
and find the archiving session for object &V2&. This enables you to
determine the external medium on which the archiving session is stored.
INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Import archiving session &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH020 - Archive &1 could not be opened ?

  The SAP error message PH020, which states "Archive &1 could not be opened," typically indicates that the system is unable to access or open a specified archive file. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified archive file may not exist in the expected location.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive file.
  Corrupted Archive: The archive file may be corrupted or damaged, preventing it from being opened.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the archiving object may be incorrect, leading to issues in locating or accessing the archive.
  Storage Location Issues: The storage location (e.g., file system, database) where the archive is stored may be unavailable or misconfigured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the archive file exists in the specified directory. You can do this by navigating to the file system where the archive is supposed to be stored.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system and the user have the necessary permissions to read the archive file. You may need to adjust file permissions or ownership.
  Inspect Archive Integrity: If you suspect the archive file is corrupted, try to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in SAP. Ensure that the paths and settings are correctly defined.
  Check Storage Location: If the archive is stored in a specific storage location (like a database or external storage), ensure that the storage is accessible and properly configured.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage and check the status of archived files.
  Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PH020 error in your SAP system.