How To Fix SB207 - The required version was not found in the archive index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 207

• Message text: The required version was not found in the archive index

What causes this issue?

The required version has been archived in the past. It could not be
restored, since it was not found in the index of archived versions.

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?

To display the version, create an index for the archive file containing
the required version with the transaction SARA.
If there are several files with archived versions, determine the
correct one by the date it was created. You need to look for the oldest
archive file that is newer than the required version.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB207 - The required version was not found in the archive index ?

  The SAP error message SB207, "The required version was not found in the archive index," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate the required version of an archived object in the archive index. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archive Index Entry: The specific version of the object you are trying to access may not be present in the archive index.
  Corrupted Archive Index: The archive index itself may be corrupted or not properly updated.
  Incorrect Archive Settings: The settings for archiving may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in accessing archived data.
  Object Not Archived: The object you are trying to access may not have been archived at all.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the system from accessing the archive index.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Index: Verify that the required version of the object is indeed present in the archive index. You can do this by using transaction code SARA to check the archive files and their indexes.
  Rebuild Archive Index: If the archive index is corrupted, you may need to rebuild it. This can be done using transaction SARA, where you can select the relevant archiving object and choose the option to rebuild the index.
  Verify Archiving Settings: Ensure that the archiving settings are correctly configured. Check the configuration for the archiving object in transaction SARA.
  Check for Missing Archives: If the object was never archived, you may need to archive it first before trying to access it.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect database issues, consider running consistency checks or consulting your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Data Deletion
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to archiving and the specific archiving object you are working with. There may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices to ensure that your archiving strategy is sound.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.