How To Fix EARC377 - Program stop: Error closing archive file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EARC - IS-U: Archiving

• Message number: 377

• Message text: Program stop: Error closing archive file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EARC377 - Program stop: Error closing archive file ?

  The SAP error message EARC377, which indicates a program stop due to an error closing an archive file, typically arises in the context of the Archive Development Kit (ADK) or when dealing with data archiving processes in SAP. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The archive file may be located on a file system that is full, read-only, or has permission issues, preventing the system from closing the file properly.
  Network Issues: If the archive file is stored on a network location, network connectivity issues could lead to problems when trying to close the file.
  File Locking: The archive file might be locked by another process or user, preventing the SAP system from closing it.
  Corrupted Archive File: The archive file itself may be corrupted, leading to errors during the closing process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the ADK could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File System: Ensure that the file system where the archive file is stored has enough space and that the file permissions allow for writing and closing files.
  Network Connectivity: If the archive file is on a network drive, check the network connection and ensure that the drive is accessible.
  File Locks: Investigate if the archive file is being used by another process. You may need to terminate that process or wait until it releases the file.
  Check Archive File Integrity: If you suspect the archive file is corrupted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA and ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to manage archiving objects and check their status.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed information about the error, including any logs and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EARC377 error in your SAP system.