How To Fix BA272 - Initialization data passed more than once by archiving class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Initialization data passed more than once by archiving class &1

What causes this issue?

Archiving class &V1& used both the interface of subroutine &V1&
_INIT_WRITE and ADK function modules to transfer initialization data to
the Archive Development Kit (ADK).

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?

If the archiving class &V1& was provided by SAP, report this
information to SAP. If it is a customer-specific archiving class,
adjust it so that initialization data is only transferred in one of
these ways.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA272 - Initialization data passed more than once by archiving class &1 ?

  The SAP error message BA272, which states "Initialization data passed more than once by archiving class &1," typically occurs in the context of data archiving processes in SAP. This error indicates that the initialization data for a specific archiving class has been provided multiple times, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Duplicate Initialization Calls: The archiving process may have been triggered multiple times for the same archiving class without proper completion of the previous call.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the archiving settings or the archiving object that lead to the same initialization data being processed more than once.
  Programmatic Errors: Custom programs or scripts that handle archiving might inadvertently call the initialization routine multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BA272 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicate Processes: Ensure that there are no concurrent or duplicate archiving processes running for the same archiving class. You can check the job logs in transaction SM37 to see if there are multiple jobs for the same archiving class.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no conflicting configurations.
  
  
  Examine Custom Code: If you are using custom programs or enhancements related to archiving, review the code to ensure that the initialization routine is not being called multiple times unintentionally.
  
  
  Restart the Archiving Process: If the previous archiving process was interrupted or failed, you may need to restart it. Make sure to clear any locks or incomplete entries related to the archiving process.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the archiving class and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SM37: For monitoring background jobs.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs, which may provide additional context for the error.
  
  
  
  Archiving Classes: Understand the specific archiving class mentioned in the error message, as it will help in diagnosing the issue more effectively.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data archiving for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the BA272 error and implement a solution to resolve it.