How To Fix 72230 - Cluster B2 is already archived for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Cluster B2 is already archived for &

What causes this issue?

The evaluation cluster to be imported has already been archived. The
data cannot be processed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72230 - Cluster B2 is already archived for & ?

  The SAP error message 72230, which states "Cluster B2 is already archived for &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to archive data that has already been archived in the system. This error is related to the archiving process in SAP, particularly concerning the cluster tables that store data in a compressed format.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Archiving Attempt: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to archive data that has already been archived. This can happen if the archiving process is run multiple times for the same data set.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving settings that lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There might be inconsistencies in the database or the archiving logs that cause the system to believe that the data is still eligible for archiving.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify the archiving status of the data in question. You can do this by checking the archiving logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to see if the data has already been archived.
  Review Archiving Object Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the archiving object is correct. Check the settings in transaction SARA to confirm that the archiving process is set up properly.
  Avoid Duplicate Runs: Make sure that the archiving job is not scheduled to run multiple times for the same data set. Review the job scheduling in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to ensure that there are no overlapping jobs.
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to resolve any underlying database issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific archiving object you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Archiving Process: Familiarize yourself with the general archiving process in SAP, including how to set up and manage archiving objects.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.