How To Fix BA565 - Check the entry for 'Maximum Size of Archive Files'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Check the entry for 'Maximum Size of Archive Files'

What causes this issue?

The value &V1& MB has been entered as the maximum size for archive
files. However, we recommend restricting the size to a value between 100
and 500 MB.

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?

Check whether you need to change the value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA565 - Check the entry for 'Maximum Size of Archive Files' ?

  The SAP error message BA565, which states "Check the entry for 'Maximum Size of Archive Files'," typically occurs in the context of archiving data in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the configuration of the maximum size allowed for archive files.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum size for archive files may not be set correctly in the system configuration.
  Exceeding Size Limit: The size of the archive file being created may exceed the configured maximum size.
  System Parameters: The relevant system parameters for archiving may not be properly defined or may have been changed inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BA565 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Navigate to the relevant archiving object and check the settings for the maximum size of archive files.
  Ensure that the maximum size is set to a reasonable value that accommodates your data volume.
  
  
  
  Adjust Maximum Size:
  
  If the maximum size is too low, increase it to a higher value that can accommodate the expected size of the archive files.
  You can do this by accessing the configuration settings for the specific archiving object.
  
  
  
  Review System Parameters:
  
  Check the system parameters related to archiving. You can do this using transaction code RZ10 or RZ11.
  Look for parameters like max_archive_size or similar, and ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Test Archiving:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to run the archiving process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for specific guidance on the archiving object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and parameters, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving Objects: Each archiving object in SAP has its own configuration settings, including maximum file size.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SARA for archiving administration and SARI for archiving information.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring archiving settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BA565 error and successfully configure the maximum size of archive files in your SAP system.