How To Fix BA204 - Archiving session &3, archive file &4, write finished; Job &1 ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Archiving session &3, archive file &4, write finished; Job &1 ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA204 - Archiving session &3, archive file &4, write finished; Job &1 ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message BA204 typically relates to issues encountered during the archiving process in SAP. This message indicates that an archiving session has been completed, but it may also imply that there were issues or warnings during the archiving job. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the message and potential solutions:
  Cause
  
  Archiving Session Completion: The message indicates that the archiving session has finished writing the archive file. However, it may also suggest that there were warnings or errors during the process.
  Job Issues: The job ID and session ID mentioned in the message can provide context about which specific job or session encountered issues.
  Data Consistency: There may be data consistency issues or problems with the data being archived, which can lead to warnings or errors.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the archiving job may not have the necessary authorizations, leading to incomplete archiving.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Job Logs: Review the job logs for the specific job ID mentioned in the error message. This will provide detailed information about any warnings or errors that occurred during the archiving process.
  Analyze Warnings: If there are warnings in the job log, analyze them to determine if they indicate a problem that needs to be addressed. Some warnings may not be critical, but others may require action.
  Verify Data: Ensure that the data being archived is consistent and does not have any integrity issues. You may need to run consistency checks on the data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the archiving job has the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving process.
  Re-run the Archiving Job: If the issues have been resolved, you may need to re-run the archiving job to ensure that the data is archived correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the BA204 message.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving sessions and view logs.
  Archiving Object: Understand the specific archiving object involved, as different objects may have different requirements and behaviors.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on archiving processes and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.