How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL041 - ADK: Error writing a data record - record structure unknown

AFX_GLOBAL041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 041

• Message text: ADK: Error writing a data record - record structure unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL041 - ADK: Error writing a data record - record structure unknown ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL041, which indicates "ADK: Error writing a data record - record structure unknown," typically occurs in the context of the Archive Development Kit (ADK) when there is an issue with the data structure being used for archiving or writing data records. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Unknown Record Structure: The error suggests that the system does not recognize the record structure being used. This could be due to a missing or incorrectly defined data structure in the archive object.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the archiving object or the data structure that is supposed to be used for archiving.
  Version Mismatch: If there are changes in the data structure or if the system has been upgraded, the existing archive object may not be compatible with the new structure.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access or write