How To Fix ARCH_STANDARDS166 - Customizing error: Wrong default setting for package size

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARCH_STANDARDS - Standard Archiving Checks

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Customizing error: Wrong default setting for package size

What causes this issue?

According to the data archiving standard, the default setting for the
maximum package size must not be more than 100. However, in Customizing
for archiving object &V1&, the value &V2& has been entered.

System Response

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_SYS_RESP_9 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_2 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
For archiving object &V1&, check the value of the package size in the
field of the same name in the Customizing transaction <LS>AOBJ </>.
INCLUDE ARCH_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_3 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARCH_STANDARDS166 - Customizing error: Wrong default setting for package size ?

  The SAP error message ARCH_STANDARDS166 indicates a customizing error related to the default settings for package size in the archiving process. This error typically arises when the configuration for the archiving object does not align with the expected parameters, particularly regarding the package size for archiving data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Customizing Settings: The default package size for the archiving object may not be set correctly in the customizing settings.
  Inconsistent Configuration: There may be inconsistencies between the archiving object settings and the actual data being archived.
  Missing or Incorrect Parameters: The parameters required for archiving, such as the package size, may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ARCH_STANDARDS166 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the relevant archiving object and check the customizing settings.
  Ensure that the default package size is set correctly. You can do this by navigating to the customizing settings for the archiving object and verifying the package size configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Package Size:
  
  If the package size is set incorrectly, adjust it to a valid value. The package size should be defined based on the volume of data being archived and the system's performance capabilities.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Object Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all other parameters related to the archiving object are correctly configured. This includes checking for any dependencies or prerequisites that may affect the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Test the Archiving Process:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test run of the archiving process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking and adjusting the settings, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP Basis or Archiving expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on archiving configuration.
  Archiving Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data archiving in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARCH_STANDARDS166 error and successfully configure the archiving process in your SAP system.