How To Fix BA384 - Check started for archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Check started for archiving object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA384 - Check started for archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message BA384, which states "Check started for archiving object &1," typically indicates that there is an issue related to the archiving process for a specific archiving object in SAP. This message is often part of the archiving process where the system checks the data that is to be archived.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Object Not Configured Properly: The archiving object may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Data Selection Issues: There may be issues with the selection criteria for the data that is to be archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the data.
  Missing Customizing Settings: Required customizing settings for the archiving object may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the archiving object is configured correctly in the system. This includes checking the customizing settings in transaction SARA.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria for the archiving process are set correctly and that there is data available to archive.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the archiving check.
  Database Locks: Investigate if there are any database locks that might be preventing the archiving process from completing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  Test in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SARA: This is the main transaction for managing archiving in SAP. You can use it to configure archiving objects and monitor archiving jobs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the archiving object in question.
  Archiving Object Documentation: Each archiving object has its own documentation that outlines the configuration and usage. This can be found in the SAP Help Portal or through transaction SARA.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.