How To Fix RECAAR003 - Data object &1 &2 was archived more that once; read not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECAAR - Data Archiving

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Data object &1 &2 was archived more that once; read not possible

What causes this issue?

The data object was already archived more than once. Therefore, it is
not possible to display the data in the normal processing transaction.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Use the tools of <DS:TRAN.SARA>archive administration</> to determine
the correct data and to delete redundant data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECAAR003 - Data object &1 &2 was archived more that once; read not possible ?

  The SAP error message RECAAR003 indicates that a data object has been archived more than once, which prevents the system from reading the archived data. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Archive Management, where data is moved from the database to an archive for performance and storage management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An attempt is made to read an archived object that has multiple archive entries.
  The system cannot determine which version of the archived data to retrieve because it has been archived multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Archive Files: Use transaction code SARA to check the archive files related to the specific data object. Ensure that the archiving process has been executed correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Delete Redundant Archives: If there are multiple archives for the same object, you may need to delete the redundant archives. This can be done through the archive management tools in SAP.
  
  
  Re-archive the Data: If necessary, you can re-archive the data to ensure that it is stored correctly. Make sure to follow the archiving guidelines and procedures to avoid creating multiple archives for the same data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to archiving for the specific data object to understand the expected behavior and any specific requirements.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about how to proceed, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each data object in SAP has a corresponding archiving object that defines how it should be archived. Make sure to review the configuration for the relevant archiving object.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on archiving issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RECAAR003 error and ensure that your archiving process is functioning correctly.