How To Fix ARCH_ROUT002 - Multiple suitable content repositories/file names were determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARCH_ROUT - Archive Routing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Multiple suitable content repositories/file names were determined

What causes this issue?

You want to use Archive Routing to determine a content repository or
logical file name for the storage of archive files. However, the system
found several content repositories or logical file names that match the
archiving parameters.
This may occur if several rules were created in Archive Routing that
match the variant that was used in the write program.

System Response

If this message was generated during the write phase, then the session
is terminated and no archive files are created.
If this message was generated during the store phase, then the data
remains in the file system.

How to fix this error?

Check the rules and conditions created in Archive Routing as well as the
variant used for the write program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARCH_ROUT002 - Multiple suitable content repositories/file names were determined ?

  The SAP error message ARCH_ROUT002 indicates that there are multiple suitable content repositories or file names identified for a specific archiving request. This situation typically arises when the system cannot determine a unique content repository or file name to use for the archiving process, leading to ambiguity.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Content Repositories: The system has been configured with more than one content repository that meets the criteria for the archiving request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be overlapping or conflicting configurations in the content repository settings.
  Missing or Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the archiving process may not be specific enough to narrow down to a single repository.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ARCH_ROUT002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Content Repository Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction OAC0 (Content Repository Administration) and check the configuration of the content repositories.
  Ensure that each repository has a unique purpose and that there are no overlaps in the criteria that would lead to multiple matches.
  
  
  
  Adjust Archiving Object Settings:
  
  Check the archiving object settings in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings for the archiving object are correctly defined and that they point to the appropriate content repository.
  If necessary, modify the selection criteria to be more specific.
  
  
  
  Check Archiving Sessions:
  
  Review the archiving sessions to see if there are any inconsistencies or errors that might be causing the issue.
  You can use transaction SARA to monitor the status of archiving sessions.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Criteria:
  
  If applicable, try running the archiving process with different selection criteria to see if it resolves the ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for any additional configuration requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  OAC0: Content Repository Administration
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object may have specific requirements and configurations that need to be adhered to.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.