How To Fix HRHAP_ARCHIVE008 - Data destruction session was interrupted on &1 at &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP_ARCHIVE - Archiving/Data Destruction of Appraisal Documents

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Data destruction session was interrupted on &1 at &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP_ARCHIVE008 - Data destruction session was interrupted on &1 at &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP_ARCHIVE008 indicates that a data destruction session was interrupted. This typically occurs during the archiving or data destruction process in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically related to the Archiving and Data Destruction (HAP) functionality.
  Cause:
  The interruption of a data destruction session can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  System Errors: Unexpected system errors or crashes during the execution of the data destruction process.
  User Intervention: Manual interruption by a user, such as stopping the job or closing the session.
  Resource Issues: Insufficient system resources (e.g., memory, CPU) that lead to the process being unable to complete.
  Database Locking: Database locks that prevent the data destruction process from accessing the necessary records.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving or data destruction process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRHAP_ARCHIVE008 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and system logs (transaction codes SLG1 for application logs and SM21 for system logs) to identify any specific errors or warnings that occurred during the data destruction session.
  
  
  Restart the Session: If the session was interrupted, you may need to restart the data destruction session. This can typically be done through the transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) or the specific transaction for HR archiving.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any database locks that may be preventing the data destruction process from completing. If locks are found, you may need to release them.
  
  
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor system resources (using transaction codes ST02, ST03, or ST04) to ensure that there are sufficient resources available for the data destruction process.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for archiving and data destruction to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the archiving object settings and the data destruction settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the HR archiving and data destruction process for any specific recommendations or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM21: System Log
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  ST02: Tune Summary
  ST03: Workload Analysis
  ST04: Database Performance
  
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the specific archiving objects related to HR data, as they may have specific requirements or configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the HRHAP_ARCHIVE008 error effectively.