How To Fix HH057 - A (successful) 'archive' was not found for the dbspace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HH - (Long) text for check tool 'infcfgcheck'

• Message number: 057

• Message text: A (successful) 'archive' was not found for the dbspace

What causes this issue?

This message is only relevant if you are using the backup tool
'onarchive'!
The specified dbspace was not yet archived (saved) successfully.
Possibly this dbspace was newly created and not assigned to any
dbspace set (and you did not define '=*' as dbspace set).

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please perform the actions described above.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HH057 - A (successful) 'archive' was not found for the dbspace ?

  The SAP error message HH057 indicates that a successful archive for a specific database space (dbspace) was not found. This typically occurs in the context of database management and archiving processes within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with database backups and recovery.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Archive Files: The most common cause is that the archive files for the specified dbspace have not been created or have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the archiving settings or paths, leading to the system not being able to locate the archive files.
  Database Space Issues: The dbspace itself may have issues, such as corruption or mismanagement, which can prevent the successful archiving of data.
  Permissions Issues: The user or process attempting to access the archive may not have the necessary permissions to read the archive files.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Availability: Verify if the archive files for the dbspace exist in the expected location. If they are missing, you may need to restore them from a backup if available.
  Review Archiving Configuration: Check the configuration settings for archiving in your SAP system. Ensure that the paths and settings are correctly defined.
  Database Maintenance: Perform maintenance on the dbspace to ensure it is functioning correctly. This may include checking for corruption or other issues.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary permissions to access the archive files. Adjust permissions as needed.
  Consult Logs: Review the SAP system logs and database logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Re-run Archiving Process: If the archive files are indeed missing, you may need to re-run the archiving process to generate the necessary archive files for the dbspace.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific database you are using (e.g., HANA, Oracle, SQL Server) for best practices on archiving and managing dbspaces.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.