How To Fix DPR_ARCHIVING013 - System error occurred occurred when writing an archive protocol

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_ARCHIVING - Messages for Project Management Archiving

• Message number: 013

• Message text: System error occurred occurred when writing an archive protocol

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_ARCHIVING013 - System error occurred occurred when writing an archive protocol ?

  The SAP error message DPR_ARCHIVING013 indicates that a system error occurred while attempting to write an archive protocol during the archiving process. This error can arise from various underlying issues. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The target directory for the archive files may not have sufficient space, or there may be permission issues preventing the system from writing to the directory.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database connection or database performance can lead to errors during archiving.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or archiving process can lead to failures.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the archiving process is being executed in a transport layer, issues with the transport configuration can cause errors.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or CPU resources on the application server can lead to failures in processing archiving requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check File System:
  
  Ensure that the target directory for archiving has enough disk space.
  Verify that the user under which the SAP system is running has the necessary permissions to write to the directory.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Check the database connection settings and ensure that the database is running properly.
  Monitor database performance and resolve any issues that may be affecting its operation.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Configuration:
  
  If applicable, review the transport layer settings and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the workload on the application server.
  Check for any long-running processes that may be consuming resources and resolve them.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM21: System Log
  SM50/SM66: Process Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.