How To Fix PH240 - Error occurred while reading from archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Error occurred while reading from archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH240 - Error occurred while reading from archive ?

  The SAP error message PH240, which states "Error occurred while reading from archive," typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing archived data in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archive Files: The archive files that the system is trying to access may be missing or have been deleted.
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files may be corrupted, making them unreadable.
  Incorrect Archive Path: The path to the archive files may be incorrectly configured in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive files.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that are preventing access to the archived data.
  Incompatibility: The version of the archive files may not be compatible with the current version of the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Files: Verify that the archive files exist in the specified location and are not corrupted. You can use transaction code SARA to check the status of the archive.
  Review Archive Path: Ensure that the archive path is correctly configured in the SAP system. You can check this in the Archive Administration (transaction SARA) under the relevant object.
  Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archive files. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Database Check: Perform a database check to ensure that there are no issues with the database that could be affecting access to the archive.
  Recreate Archive: If the archive files are corrupted or missing, you may need to recreate the archive from the original data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to PH240 in the SAP Support Portal for detailed troubleshooting steps and patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to archiving and data management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.