How To Fix BA319 - Archiving sesion &1 interrupted after &2 hours

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Archiving sesion &1 interrupted after &2 hours

What causes this issue?

The write phase was interrupted after &V2& hours. In cross-archiving
object Customizing, the system is set to interrupt the write phase
after &V3& hours following the job's release.

System Response

The write job was ended and archiving session &V1& was correctly
interrupted. The system did not archive all the data that met the
selection criteria before for the write program before the program was
interrupted.

How to fix this error?

Start the delete phase for the files written and schedule the archiving
to continue later. To do this, enter transaction SARA and choose
<LS>Goto -> Continue</>, or use function module <EX>XDA_CONTINUE_JOB.
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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA319 - Archiving sesion &1 interrupted after &2 hours ?

  The SAP error message BA319 indicates that an archiving session has been interrupted after a specified duration (in this case, after &2 hours). This error typically occurs during the data archiving process, which is essential for managing data volume and maintaining system performance.
  Cause:
  
  Timeout Settings: The archiving process may have a timeout setting that limits how long it can run. If the process exceeds this limit, it will be interrupted.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) can lead to performance issues, causing the archiving session to take longer than expected.
  Database Locks: If there are locks on the database tables being archived, it can delay the process and lead to interruptions.
  Long-running Jobs: If the archiving job is processing a large volume of data, it may take longer than the allowed time.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the archiving process or parameters can lead to inefficiencies and timeouts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: Check the timeout settings for the archiving process and increase them if necessary. This can often be done in the SAP system configuration.
  Monitor System Resources: Ensure that the system has adequate resources (CPU, memory, and disk space) available for the archiving process. You may need to optimize the system or schedule the archiving during off-peak hours.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the relevant database tables. If locks are found, investigate and resolve them.
  Optimize Archiving Jobs: If the archiving job is processing a large amount of data, consider breaking it into smaller batches or optimizing the selection criteria to reduce the volume of data being archived at one time.
  Review Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving process to ensure they are set correctly. This includes checking the archiving object settings and any related parameters.
  Check Logs: Review the logs for the archiving session to identify any specific errors or warnings that may provide more context on why the session was interrupted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving sessions and monitor their status.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to archiving sessions and provide patches or updates.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on data archiving, including guidelines on performance tuning and resource management.
  
  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.