How To Fix ARCH_PROT221 - Choose a Log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARCH_PROT - Archiving: Logs

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Choose a Log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARCH_PROT221 - Choose a Log ?

  The SAP error message ARCH_PROT221, which states "Choose a Log," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Archive Management system. This error indicates that the system is expecting you to select a log file for processing, but none has been selected or available.
  Cause:
  
  No Log Selected: The most common cause is that the user has not selected a log file from the available options.
  Log File Not Available: The log files may not be available due to various reasons, such as deletion, archiving processes not being completed, or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the log files.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Log: Ensure that you are selecting a log file from the list provided in the interface. If the list is empty, check the following:
  
  Ensure that logs have been generated and are available for selection.
  Check the archiving process to ensure it has completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the logs. You may need to consult with your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in question. Ensure that the archiving process is set up correctly and that logs are being generated as expected.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SLG1 (Application Log) for managing archiving processes and logs.
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to your business processes, as each object may have different configurations and requirements.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving and log management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARCH_PROT221 error and successfully select a log for processing in SAP.