How To Fix BA147 - Archive file & was not created in the logon client

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Archive file & was not created in the logon client

What causes this issue?

You tried to access an archive file which was created in a different
client from the logon client.

System Response

You cannot access the archive file for security reasons.

How to fix this error?

Access the archive file in the client in which it was created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA147 - Archive file & was not created in the logon client ?

  The SAP error message BA147 indicates that an archive file was not created in the specified logon client. This error typically occurs during the archiving process when the system is unable to generate the required archive file for various reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create archive files in the specified client.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the archiving configuration settings in the SAP system.
  File System Issues: The file system where the archive files are supposed to be created may be full, or there may be permission issues preventing file creation.
  Incorrect Archive Object: The archive object being used may not be correctly defined or may not exist.
  Client-Specific Settings: The logon client may have specific settings that prevent archiving.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SU01.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Go to transaction SARA and check the configuration for the archiving object you are trying to use. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the object is properly defined.
  
  
  Check File System: Verify that the file system where the archive files are to be created has enough space and that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to write to that location. You can check this with the help of your system administrator.
  
  
  Validate Archive Object: Ensure that the archive object you are trying to use is valid and correctly set up. You can check this in transaction SARA by looking for the specific archive object.
  
  
  Client Settings: Check if there are any client-specific settings that might be affecting the archiving process. This can include settings in transaction SCC4 or other client-specific configurations.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction SLG1 to check the logs related to archiving and see if there are any additional error messages that can provide more context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SCC4: Client Administration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on archiving processes and best practices.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.