How To Fix WME_ARCH004 - Database access is not implemented. Only archive can be read

WME_ARCH004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Database access is not implemented. Only archive can be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH004 - Database access is not implemented. Only archive can be read ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH004 indicates that there is an issue with database access in the context of archiving. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to access the database for certain operations and can only read from the archive. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to access data that has been archived, but the necessary database access methods are not implemented or available.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Archiving Configuration: The archiving process may not be properly configured, leading to issues when trying to access archived data.
  Database Access Methods: The specific database access methods required for the operation may not be implemented in the current system setup.
  Data Retrieval Logic: The logic used to retrieve data may be attempting to access the database when it should be accessing the archive instead.
  System Version: The version of SAP you are using may not support certain database