How To Fix EARC312 - Error during generation of archive file object for message &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Error during generation of archive file object for message &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC312 - Error during generation of archive file object for message &1 ?

  The SAP error message EARC312 indicates that there was an issue during the generation of an archive file object for a specific message. This error typically occurs in the context of archiving data in SAP systems, particularly when using the Archive Development Kit (ADK) or related archiving functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  File System Issues: The target directory for the archive file may not have the necessary permissions, or the disk may be full.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the archiving object configuration or the settings in the Archive Administration.
  Data Issues: The data being archived may have inconsistencies or may not meet the criteria for archiving.
  Technical Errors: There could be bugs or issues in the SAP system itself, such as missing components or incorrect settings in the archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EARC312 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check File System:
  
  Ensure that the target directory for the archive files exists and has the correct permissions.
  Verify that there is enough disk space available on the server.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Go to the Archive Administration (transaction SARA) and check the configuration for the archiving object related to the error.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Data:
  
  Check the data that is being archived for any inconsistencies or issues.
  Ensure that the data meets the archiving criteria defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the failure.
  Look for any related error messages that could indicate what went wrong.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, try to re-run the archiving process to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EARC312 error and implement a solution to resolve it.