How To Fix DB6212 - Archiving is functioning normally, but errors have occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Archiving is functioning normally, but errors have occurred

Copy of DB6 210

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 DB6212 - Archiving is functioning normally, but errors have occurred ?

  The SAP error message DB6212 indicates that while the archiving process is generally functioning, there are specific errors that have occurred during the archiving operation. This message typically relates to issues with the database or the archiving process itself.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be problems with the database that prevent certain data from being archived correctly.
  File System Issues: The file system where the archive files are stored may be full or have permission issues.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving process can lead to errors.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent successful archiving.
  Network Issues: If the archiving process involves network resources, any network issues could lead to errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Logs: Review the detailed logs for the archiving process to identify specific errors. You can find logs in transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) or SLG1 (Application Log).
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure it is functioning correctly. Look for any locks, deadlocks, or performance issues.
  File System Check: Ensure that the file system where the archive files are stored has enough space and the correct permissions. Clear up space if necessary.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings for the archiving process in transaction SARA. Ensure that all parameters are set correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies that may be causing the archiving errors.
  Retry the Archiving Process: After addressing the issues, retry the archiving process to see if the errors persist.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  DB02: Database Performance Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to archiving errors for specific guidance and patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on data archiving for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.