How To Fix BA137 - Name for new archive file: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Name for new archive file: &

What causes this issue?

The system generated a new name for the next archive file to be
created.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA137 - Name for new archive file: & ?

  The SAP error message BA137 ("Name for new archive file: &?") typically occurs in the context of archiving data in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is expecting a name for a new archive file, but it has not been provided or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archive File Name: The most common cause is that the user did not specify a name for the new archive file when prompted.
  Invalid Characters: The name provided may contain invalid characters or formats that are not acceptable for file naming conventions in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or name archive files.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide a Valid Name: When prompted for the archive file name, ensure that you enter a valid name that adheres to the naming conventions (e.g., no special characters, appropriate length).
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction code SARA. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage archive files. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific archiving object you are working with to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  Check for System Notes: Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to archiving.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to archiving.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.