How To Fix 68116 - File ID not maintained in VDARL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 116

• Message text: File ID not maintained in VDARL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68116 - File ID not maintained in VDARL ?

  The SAP error message 68116, "File ID not maintained in VDARL," typically occurs in the context of data archiving and retrieval processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding File ID in the VDARL table, which is used to manage archived data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing File ID: The File ID that the system is trying to access is not maintained in the VDARL table. This can happen if the archiving process was not completed correctly or if the data was manually deleted or not archived properly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  Data Consistency: There could be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to incomplete archiving or data corruption.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check VDARL Table: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to check the VDARL table for the specific File ID. If it is missing, you may need to investigate why it was not created.
  Re-archive Data: If the File ID is missing due to an incomplete archiving process, you may need to re-run the archiving job for the relevant data.
  Check Archiving Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly maintained.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the archiving object to identify any inconsistencies. This can often be done through transaction SARA or by using specific reports designed for this purpose.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SE11/SE16: For viewing database tables.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data archiving for your specific version of SAP, as procedures and configurations may vary.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before performing any archiving or data manipulation tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 68116 in SAP.