How To Fix >A518 - &2 objects archived (&1%)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: &2 objects archived (&1%)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A518 - &2 objects archived (&1%) ?

  The SAP error message A518 indicates that a certain number of objects have been archived, and it typically appears in the context of data archiving processes. The message format is usually as follows:
  A518 &2 objects archived (&1%)
  Where:
  
  &1 represents the percentage of objects archived.
  &2 represents the number of objects that have been archived.
  
  Cause
  The cause of this message is generally related to the archiving process in SAP, which is designed to remove old or unnecessary data from the database to improve performance and manage storage. The message indicates that the archiving job has completed and provides information about how many objects were archived and the percentage of the total that this represents.
  Solution
  
  
  Review Archiving Logs: Check the archiving logs to understand which objects were archived and if there were any issues during the archiving process. You can do this through transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  
  
  Check Object Status: Ensure that the archived objects are no longer needed in the active database. If they are required, you may need to restore them from the archive.
  
  
  Adjust Archiving Settings: If the archiving process is not functioning as expected, you may need to adjust the settings or parameters for the archiving job. This can include changing selection criteria or scheduling frequency.
  
  
  Monitor System Performance: After archiving, monitor the system performance to ensure that the archiving process has had the desired effect on database size and performance.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the archiving process for the particular object types you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SARCH: Archive Object Management
  
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Different types of data can be archived in SAP, such as financial documents, sales orders, and more. Each object type may have specific archiving requirements and processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or enhancements related to archiving.
  
  
  Performance Tuning: Regularly archiving data can help maintain optimal system performance, especially in systems with large volumes of transactional data.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues or have specific questions about the archiving process, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.