How To Fix DB6210 - State of the archiving program for the log files

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6 - DB6: Alert Monitoring and Alert Configuration

• Message number: 210

• Message text: State of the archiving program for the log files

What causes this issue?

There are two possibilities to ultimately save the log files to an
archiving medium:
User Exit saves directly to an archiving system
The archiving program BRARCHIVE saves the log files from the log
archive to an archiving medium (tape or archiving system).

System Response

If the archiving program does not work correctly, the log archive will
gradually become full, meaning that User Exit can no longer work, and
that the log directory becomes full as a result. The database engine
can then no longer create any new log files. This leads to system
shutdown.

How to fix this error?

If the archiving system does not work without errors, it is very
important that you correct the errors. If necessary, you should archive
the log files manually in order to create space.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6210 - State of the archiving program for the log files ?

  The SAP error message DB6210 typically indicates an issue related to the archiving of log files in the database. This message is often associated with the database's inability to properly manage or archive log files, which can lead to performance issues or even data loss if not addressed.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Disk Space: The most common cause is that the disk space allocated for the database logs is full, preventing new logs from being written or archived.
  Archiving Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the archiving settings, such as incorrect paths or permissions that prevent the archiving process from executing.
  Database Locking: If the database is locked or if there are long-running transactions, it may prevent the archiving process from completing.
  Database Errors: There could be underlying database errors or corruption that are preventing the archiving process from functioning correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Disk Space: Ensure that there is sufficient disk space available for the database logs. If the disk is full, you may need to free up space or increase the disk size.
  Review Archiving Configuration: Verify the archiving configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the paths for archiving are correct and that the necessary permissions are set for the user executing the archiving process.
  Monitor Database Locks: Use database monitoring tools to check for any locks or long-running transactions that may be preventing the archiving process. Resolve any issues found.
  Run Archiving Manually: If automatic archiving is failing, you can try to run the archiving process manually to see if it completes successfully.
  Check Database Logs: Review the database logs for any errors or warnings that may provide more context on why the archiving process is failing.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Basis Administration: Understanding the role of SAP Basis in managing database operations and archiving processes can be beneficial.
  Database Management: Familiarity with the specific database being used (e.g., Oracle, HANA, SQL Server) can help in troubleshooting database-specific issues.
  SAP Archiving Process: Knowledge of how the SAP archiving process works, including the use of transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) and the configuration of archiving objects.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support or a database administrator for further assistance.