How To Fix SO185 - An error occurred in reading from the archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 185

• Message text: An error occurred in reading from the archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO185 - An error occurred in reading from the archive ?

  The SAP error message SO185, which states "An error occurred in reading from the archive," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing archived data in the SAP system. This can occur for various reasons, including problems with the archive file, issues with the archive object, or configuration problems in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files may be corrupted or not properly written, making them unreadable.
  Missing Archive Files: The system may be trying to access an archive file that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Archive Object Configuration: The configuration for the archive object may be incorrect, leading to issues in accessing the data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the archived data.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent access to the archive.
  Network Issues: If the archive is stored on a network location, network issues could prevent access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Archive Files: Verify that the archive files exist and are not corrupted. You can use transaction code SARA to check the status of the archive.
  Recreate Archive: If the archive files are corrupted, you may need to recreate them. This involves re-archiving the data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archive object in transaction SARA to ensure they are correct.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archived data.
  Database Check: Perform a database check to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting access to the archive.
  Network Check: If the archive is stored on a network location, ensure that the network connection is stable and that the path to the archive is correct.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific archive object you are working with, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.