How To Fix ABI107 - Error when closing archive file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABI - Auto-ID Backend Integration Messages

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Error when closing archive file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABI107 - Error when closing archive file ?

  The SAP error message ABI107, which indicates an error when closing an archive file, typically arises during the archiving process in SAP. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes of ABI107 Error
  
  
  File System Issues: The archive file may be located on a file system that is full, read-only, or has insufficient permissions for the SAP system to write to it.
  
  
  Network Issues: If the archive is being written to a network location, network connectivity issues or permissions on the network share can cause this error.
  
  
  Database Locking: If the database is locked or if there are issues with the database connection, it may prevent the archiving process from completing successfully.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to errors when closing the archive file.
  
  
  File Corruption: The archive file itself may be corrupted, preventing it from being closed properly.
  
  
  Solutions to ABI107 Error
  
  
  Check File System:
  
  Ensure that the file system where the archive is being written has enough space.
  Verify that the file system is not read-only and that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to write to the directory.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  If the archive is being written to a network location, check the network connection and ensure that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the network share.
  
  
  
  Database Status:
  
  Check the status of the database to ensure it is running correctly and that there are no locks or connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the archiving process is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Corruption:
  
  If you suspect that the archive file may be corrupted, you may need to delete the problematic archive file and attempt to re-run the archiving process.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Used for managing archiving objects.
  SLG1: Used for viewing application logs.
  SM21: Used for viewing system logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  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 contact SAP support for further assistance.