How To Fix BA252 - Error occurred during interpretation of archiving file &1 at position &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Error occurred during interpretation of archiving file &1 at position &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA252 - Error occurred during interpretation of archiving file &1 at position &2 ?

  The SAP error message BA252 indicates that there was an issue during the interpretation of an archiving file. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to read or process an archived file, but encounters a problem at a specific position within that file.
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Archive File: The archiving file may be corrupted or incomplete, which can happen due to issues during the archiving process or file transfer.
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not be in the expected format or may have been modified incorrectly after it was created.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the archiving file and the SAP system trying to read it, especially if the file was created in a different version of SAP.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or interpret the archiving file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Integrity: Verify the integrity of the archiving file. If possible, compare it with a backup or a known good version.
  Recreate the Archive: If the file is corrupted, you may need to recreate the archive from the original data source.
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format and has not been altered. If it was transferred, ensure that the transfer method did not corrupt the file.
  Review System Versions: Ensure that the SAP system version matches the version that created the archiving file. If there is a mismatch, consider upgrading or downgrading the system as necessary.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and interpret the archiving file. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving processes and check logs for more details on the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.