How To Fix BF00300 - Archiving object & is still running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Archiving object & is still running

What causes this issue?

Object &V1& is being archived.

System Response

Your activity is not possible while archiving is still running. For
this reason, it is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Wait until the archiving for &V1& has finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

Inform the colleagues who are responsible for archiving.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00300 - Archiving object & is still running ?

  The SAP error message BF00300 indicates that an archiving object is still running, which means that a previous archiving job has not yet completed. This can occur for various reasons, such as long-running processes, system performance issues, or locks on the archiving object.
  Cause:
  
  Long-running Archiving Job: The archiving process may take longer than expected due to the volume of data being processed.
  System Performance Issues: High system load or resource constraints can slow down the archiving process.
  Locks: Another process may be holding a lock on the archiving object, preventing new archiving jobs from starting.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the archiving object or related settings can lead to issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Running Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for any running jobs related to the archiving object. Look for jobs that are in the "active" state.
  Monitor System Performance: Check system performance metrics to ensure that there are no bottlenecks affecting the archiving process.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any errors or warnings related to the archiving process.
  Terminate Stuck Jobs: If you identify a job that is stuck and not progressing, you may need to terminate it. Be cautious when doing this, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the archiving object. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them.
  Reconfigure Archiving: If the issue persists, review the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the archiving object you are working with. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Performance Tuning: If archiving jobs are consistently slow, consider reviewing and optimizing database performance, indexing, and system resources.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.