How To Fix VW699 - Shipment &1 archived; display of document flow not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 699

• Message text: Shipment &1 archived; display of document flow not possible

What causes this issue?

Shipment &V1& was retrieved from the
<DS:GLOS.11B6DBF51F59D4119B540060B0671ACC>archive</>. Display of the
<DS:GLOS.3526C7CEAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>document flow</> is not
supported for archived documents.

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?

Use the relationship browser to display the documents linked to the
shipment. You can call the relationship browser from the Environment
menu.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW699 - Shipment &1 archived; display of document flow not possible ?

  The SAP error message VW699 indicates that a shipment document has been archived, which means that the document is no longer available in the active database for display or processing. This can happen for various reasons, such as data management policies or system performance optimization.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The shipment document has been archived as part of the data archiving process in SAP. This is typically done to reduce the size of the database and improve system performance.
  Document Flow: The error specifically mentions that the document flow cannot be displayed because the shipment is archived. The document flow is a representation of the relationships between various documents in the logistics process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Access Archived Data: If you need to view the archived shipment document, you will need to access the archived data. This can typically be done using the SAP Archive Information System (AIS). You can use transaction code SARA to manage archiving and access archived documents.
  Re-activate Document: If necessary, you may consider reactivating the document if your business process requires it. However, this is usually not recommended unless absolutely necessary, as it can lead to data integrity issues.
  Check Archiving Settings: Review the archiving settings and policies in your SAP system to understand when and why documents are archived. This can help in planning for future document access needs.
  Consult with IT/Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if you need specific documents for compliance or auditing purposes, consult with your SAP Basis team or IT support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SARI: For displaying archived data.
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to shipments in your SAP system, as different modules may have different archiving processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on how to access archived documents and manage archiving settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the VW699 error and access the necessary shipment information if required.