How To Fix GPDARCH002 - Check update mode for batch processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPDARCH - GPD Archiving

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Check update mode for batch processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDARCH002 - Check update mode for batch processing ?

  The SAP error message GPDARCH002 typically indicates an issue related to the update mode in batch processing for the archiving process. This error can occur when the system is unable to process the archiving request due to incorrect settings or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Update Mode Configuration: The error often arises when the update mode for the batch job is not set correctly. This can happen if the job is configured to run in a mode that is incompatible with the archiving process.
  Batch Job Settings: The batch job may not be set up properly, or there may be issues with the job scheduling or execution.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the batch job may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or parameters that affect the archiving process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Update Mode: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SM37 to check the status of the batch job that generated the error.
  Review the job's settings and ensure that the update mode is set correctly. The update mode should typically be set to "A" (asynchronous) for archiving jobs.
  
  
  
  Review Job Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the job is configured correctly in terms of the variant and parameters used for the archiving process.
  Check if the job is scheduled correctly and that there are no conflicts with other jobs.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or notes related to archiving for any specific configurations or prerequisites that may need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SM37: For monitoring batch jobs.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Archiving Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for archiving in SAP to avoid common pitfalls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GPDARCH002 error message in SAP.