How To Fix JBD_FOBJ_ARCH002 - General error occurred while registering tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBD_FOBJ_ARCH - Message Class for Object FOBJ_ARCH

• Message number: 002

• Message text: General error occurred while registering tables

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBD_FOBJ_ARCH002 - General error occurred while registering tables ?

  The SAP error message JBD_FOBJ_ARCH002 typically indicates a general error that occurred while trying to register tables for the archiving process in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration settings for the archiving object or the related tables.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can lead to this error.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: If the data required for the archiving process is missing or incomplete, it can trigger this error.
  Locking Issues: If the tables are locked by another process, it may prevent the registration from completing successfully.
  Transport Issues: If the archiving object was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all required settings are correctly defined.
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no connectivity issues or corruption. You may need to consult your database administrator for this.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if there are any locks on the tables involved in the archiving process. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or resolve the locking issue.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Reconfigure Transport: If the archiving object was transported, ensure that all necessary components and configurations were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving object management.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  SM12: For checking and managing locks.
  SU53: For checking authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for archiving processes to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.