How To Fix 8B868 - Error occured while closing archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Error occured while closing archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B868 - Error occured while closing archive ?

  The SAP error message 8B868 ("Error occurred while closing archive") typically indicates an issue related to the archiving process in SAP. This error can occur during the attempt to close an archive session, and it may be caused by various factors. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The underlying file system may have issues such as insufficient disk space, file permission problems, or file system corruption.
  Database Locking: There may be locks on the database that prevent the archiving process from completing.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or archiving settings can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: If the archiving process involves network resources, network connectivity issues can cause failures.
  SAP Notes: There may be known bugs or issues that have been documented in SAP Notes that relate to the archiving process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Disk Space: Ensure that there is sufficient disk space available on the file system where the archive files are being written.
  Review Permissions: Verify that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary permissions to write to the archive directory.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that may be preventing the archiving process from completing.
  Review Configuration: Double-check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA to ensure they are correct.
  Check SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. Implement any recommended fixes or patches.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Restart the Process: Sometimes, simply restarting the archiving process can resolve transient issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SARA: This transaction is used for managing archiving objects and can be used to monitor the status of archiving sessions.
  SAP Support Portal: Access the SAP Support Portal to search for specific SAP Notes related to archiving errors.
  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 reach out to SAP support for further assistance.