How To Fix WME_ARCH060 - => General error accessing the archive file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 060

• Message text: => General error accessing the archive file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH060 - => General error accessing the archive file ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH060, which indicates a "General error accessing the archive file," typically arises when there are issues related to the archiving process in SAP. This error can occur for various reasons, including file system issues, permission problems, or configuration errors. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The archive file may be corrupted or not accessible due to file system errors.
  Permission Problems: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive file or the directory where it is stored.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archive file path can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: If the archive files are stored on a network location, network connectivity issues can prevent access.
  Missing Archive Files: The expected archive file may not exist in the specified location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check File Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system has the necessary read/write permissions for the archive directory and files. You may need to adjust the permissions or ownership of the files.
  
  
  Verify Archive File Path: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object to ensure that the path to the archive files is correct. You can do this in transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  
  
  Check for Corruption: If the archive file is suspected to be corrupted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  
  
  Review System Logs: Check the SAP system logs (transaction code SM21) and the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Network Connectivity: If the archive files are stored on a network share, ensure that the network connection is stable and that the share is accessible.
  
  
  Test Access: You can manually try to access the archive file from the operating system level to confirm that it is accessible and not corrupted.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.