How To Fix /BSNAGT/MESSAGE057 - &1 messages can be archived; run archive in production mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BSNAGT/MESSAGE -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: &1 messages can be archived; run archive in production mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE057 - &1 messages can be archived; run archive in production mode ?

  The SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE057 indicates that there are messages that can be archived in the system, and it suggests running the archiving process in production mode. This message typically arises in the context of the SAP Business Suite, particularly in relation to the archiving of business documents or messages.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system identifies that there are messages (such as application logs, business documents, or other data) that have met the criteria for archiving but have not yet been archived. This can occur due to:
  
  Accumulation of Messages: Over time, the system may accumulate a large number of messages that are no longer needed for day-to-day operations.
  Archiving Not Scheduled: The archiving process may not have been scheduled or executed, leading to a backlog of messages.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Archiving Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object related to the messages is properly configured in the system.
  Verify that the necessary authorization and settings are in place for archiving.
  
  
  
  Run the Archiving Process:
  
  Execute the archiving process for the relevant archiving object. This can typically be done using transaction code SARA (Archive Administration).
  Select the appropriate archiving object and run the archiving job in production mode.
  
  
  
  Schedule Regular Archiving Jobs:
  
  To prevent the accumulation of messages in the future, consider scheduling regular archiving jobs. This can be done using transaction SM36 to create a background job that runs the archiving process at regular intervals.
  
  
  
  Monitor Archiving Jobs:
  
  After running the archiving process, monitor the job logs to ensure that the archiving was successful and that there are no errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM36: Schedule Background Job
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to archiving issues.
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving objects relevant to your business processes, as different objects may have different requirements and configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and successfully archive the messages in your SAP system.