How To Fix EBR516 - System error while archiving "material list" document (process order &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 516

• Message text: System error while archiving "material list" document (process order &1)

What causes this issue?

A system error occurred while archiving the <LS>Material list</>
document for process order &V1&. Archiving was terminated.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSVERW OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR516 - System error while archiving "material list" document (process order &1) ?

  The SAP error message EBR516 indicates a system error that occurs while attempting to archive a "material list" document related to a process order. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the archiving process itself.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material list or related documents that prevent successful archiving.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or issues with the archiving program.
  Archiving Object Not Active: The archiving object for the material list may not be activated in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the archiving object for the material list is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in transaction SARA for the relevant archiving object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data related to the process order and material list. Ensure that all necessary data is present and correct.
  Use transaction SE11 to check the database tables related to the material list for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the archiving has the necessary authorizations. Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction SLG1 to view logs related to archiving processes.
  Look for any specific error messages that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for assistance. They can help diagnose any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  
  Archiving Object Activation:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object for the material list is active. You can check this in transaction SARA under the relevant archiving object settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to archiving processes for process orders and material lists to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EBR516 error and implement a solution to resolve it.