C2296 - Archiving was terminated because of errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Archiving was terminated because of errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2296 - Archiving was terminated because of errors ?

  The SAP error message C2296, which states "Archiving was terminated because of errors," typically indicates that an archiving process encountered issues that prevented it from completing successfully. This error can arise from various causes, and addressing it usually involves identifying the specific problem and applying the appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the archiving process is trying to handle. This can occur if there are open documents or transactions that should be archived but are still in use.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to errors.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database, such as locks, missing indexes, or other database-related problems.
  
  
  File System Issues: Problems with the file system where the archive files are being written can also cause the archiving process to fail.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the archiving logs for detailed error messages. You can find logs in transaction SARA (Archive Administration) under the "Log" tab for the specific archiving object.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that there are no open documents or transactions that need to be closed before archiving. You may need to run consistency checks or clean up data.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the archiving object is properly defined.
  
  
  Database Health: Investigate the health of the database. Check for locks, performance issues, or any other anomalies that could affect the archiving process.
  
  
  File System Check: Ensure that the file system where the archive files are being written has sufficient space and is accessible. Check for any permission issues that might prevent writing to the file system.
  
  
  Retry the Archiving Process: After addressing the identified issues, retry the archiving process to see if it completes successfully.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  SAD1: Archive Deletion
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific archiving object you are working with. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on archiving processes and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for a more in-depth analysis.