How To Fix EBR521 - System error while archiving "version data" doc.(BatchRec.&1 &2 vers. &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 521

• Message text: System error while archiving "version data" doc.(BatchRec.&1 &2 vers. &3)

What causes this issue?

A system error occurred while archiving the <LS>Version data</>
document for batch record version &V4& of batch &V1& of material &V2&
in plant &V3&. 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 EBR521 - System error while archiving "version data" doc.(BatchRec.&1 &2 vers. &3) ?

  The SAP error message EBR521 indicates a system error that occurs while attempting to archive "version data" documents. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the archiving process, data inconsistencies, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that is being archived, such as missing or corrupted records.
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object or the related configuration settings may not be correctly set up.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or disk space) can lead to failures during the archiving process.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks or connectivity issues, can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies. You may need to run consistency checks or repair tools provided by SAP.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured. Check the settings in transaction SARA for the specific archiving object related to version data.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system logs and monitor the resource usage (memory, CPU, disk space) during the archiving process. If resources are low, consider optimizing the system or increasing resources.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no locks or connectivity issues. You may need to consult your database administrator for this.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  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.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving administration.
  SLG1: For application log analysis.
  SE11/SE16: For data inspection.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed logs and error messages for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to archiving processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EBR521 error and implement a suitable solution.