How To Fix WME_ARCH026 - Internal error opening archive file (OPEN_ERROR)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Internal error opening archive file (OPEN_ERROR)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH026 - Internal error opening archive file (OPEN_ERROR) ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH026 indicates an internal error when the system attempts to open an archive file. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with data archiving and retrieval processes in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The archive file may not be accessible due to file system permissions, file corruption, or the file being moved or deleted.
  Incorrect Archive Path: The path specified for the archive file may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user or the background job may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archive file.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the system from accessing the archive.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Existence: Verify that the archive file exists in the specified directory and that the path is correct.
  File Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the archive file. Check the file system permissions and adjust them if necessary.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user or job executing the archiving process has the required authorizations to access the archive files.
  Check Archive Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA to ensure they are set up correctly.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Database Health: Ensure that the database is functioning correctly and that there are no underlying issues affecting its performance.
  Recreate Archive: If the archive file is corrupted, you may need to recreate the archive file if possible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  SM21: For checking system logs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to archiving and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data archiving for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.