How To Fix SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC008 - Error during initialization of the display for archived documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC - Messages in the Context of GSP Data Archiving

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error during initialization of the display for archived documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC008 - Error during initialization of the display for archived documents ?

  The SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP_ARC008 typically indicates that there is an issue during the initialization of the display for archived documents in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Archive Object: The archive object required for displaying the documents may not be available or properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archived documents.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the archiving configuration or in the document management system (DMS).
  Database Issues: Problems with the database where the archived documents are stored can also lead to this error.
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files themselves may be corrupted or not properly created.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Archive Object:
  
  Verify that the archive object related to the documents you are trying to access is correctly configured and available