How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1701 - Chain &1/&2 does not exist in the archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Chain &1/&2 does not exist in the archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1701 - Chain &1/&2 does not exist in the archive ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1701 Chain &1/&2 does not exist in the archive typically indicates that the system is trying to access a specific chain (which could refer to a process chain or a data flow) that is expected to be found in the archive but is not available. This can occur in the context of data archiving or process chain management in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other SAP modules that utilize process chains.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archive Data: The specified chain may not have been archived properly, or the archive data has been deleted or moved.
  Incorrect Chain Name: The chain name provided in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving process or the settings related to the process chains.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Chain Existence: Check if the specified chain actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and looking for the process chain.
  Check Archive Settings: Review the archiving settings to ensure that the chain was archived correctly. You may need to re-run the archiving process if it was not completed successfully.
  Restore Archive: If the archive data has been deleted or is missing, you may need to restore it from a backup if available.
  Correct Chain Name: Ensure that the chain name used in the process is correct and matches the name in the system.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archived data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and SARA (Archive Administration) for managing process chains and archiving.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to process chains and data archiving for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.