How To Fix WME_ARCH073 - Error opening the archive file to read an object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Error opening the archive file to read an object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH073 - Error opening the archive file to read an object &1 ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH073 indicates that there is an issue with opening an archive file to read a specific object. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Archive Management, where the system is trying to access archived data but encounters a problem.
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified archive file may not exist in the expected location.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the archive file.
  Corrupted Archive File: The archive file may be corrupted or damaged, preventing it from being opened.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archive object configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for files in the wrong location or with the wrong naming convention.
  Storage System Issues: If the archive files are stored on a remote storage system, there may be connectivity issues or the storage system may be down.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the archive file exists in the specified directory. You can do this by navigating to the archive storage location and confirming the presence of the file.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to read the archive file. This may involve checking file system permissions or user roles in the SAP system.
  Inspect Archive File: If the file exists but cannot be opened, check if the file is corrupted. You may need to restore it from a backup if it is damaged.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archive object in SAP. Ensure that the paths and naming conventions are correctly set up.
  Check Storage System: If the archive files are stored on a remote system, verify that the connection to that system is functioning properly. Check for any network issues or downtime.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage and monitor archived objects.
  Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Archive Management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.