How To Fix PPEARCHACT038 - Incorrect archive mode, error reading operation ID; process terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEARCHACT - Messages for the archiving of process structures

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Incorrect archive mode, error reading operation ID; process terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEARCHACT038 - Incorrect archive mode, error reading operation ID; process terminated ?

  The SAP error message PPEARCHACT038 indicates that there is an issue with the archive mode when trying to read an operation ID in the context of archiving processes. This error typically occurs in the Production Planning (PP) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules when the system is unable to read the required data from the archive due to incorrect settings or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Archive Mode: The archive mode set in the system may not match the expected mode for the operation ID being processed.
  Missing or Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files that contain the necessary data may be missing, corrupted, or not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the related settings in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archive Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the archiving object related to the operation ID. Ensure that the archive mode is correctly set.
  Use transaction SARA to check the archiving settings and ensure that the correct archive files are available.
  
  
  
  Validate Archive Files:
  
  Check if the archive files are present in the specified archive directory. If they are missing, you may need to restore them from a backup or re-run the archiving process.
  If the files are present, check for any corruption or issues with the files.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access the archived data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific issues with archiving.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAC1: Archive Object Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to archiving issues, particularly those that mention the PPEARCHACT038 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for archiving processes in the relevant module (PP or PM) to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PPEARCHACT038 error in your SAP system.