How To Fix EARC301 - Error when writing archive file object for log entry &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Error when writing archive file object for log entry &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC301 - Error when writing archive file object for log entry &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message EARC301 indicates an issue when the system attempts to write an archive file object for a log entry. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with data archiving processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The EARC301 error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: The archiving object may not be properly configured, or there may be inconsistencies in the archiving settings.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Missing Archive Object: The specific archive object that the system is trying to write to may not exist or may not be properly defined.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was recently transported, there may be inconsistencies in the transport that need to be resolved.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EARC301 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check File System:
  
  Ensure that the target directory for the archive files exists and has sufficient disk space.
  Verify that the user under which the SAP system is running has the necessary permissions to write to the directory.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the object is properly defined.
  Validate the settings for the archiving file path and ensure they point to the correct location.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Look for any database locks or issues that might be preventing the write operation. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks.
  Ensure that the database is running smoothly and that there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Check Archive Object:
  
  Verify that the archive object exists and is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in transaction SARA.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate a problem with the archiving object.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes related to archiving and specific error messages.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on data archiving for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the EARC301 error in your SAP system.