How To Fix M7793 - Error during archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Error during archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7793 - Error during archiving ?

  The SAP error message M7793, which indicates "Error during archiving," typically occurs when there are issues related to the archiving process in SAP, particularly in the Materials Management (MM) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the archiving object.
  Causes of M7793 Error
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the archiving process, such as file paths or authorization issues.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent successful archiving. This could include locked records, incomplete data, or records that do not meet the archiving criteria.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical problems such as file system issues, database connectivity problems, or issues with the archiving program itself.
  
  
  Missing Archive Files: If the system is trying to access archive files that do not exist or are corrupted, this can lead to errors during the archiving process.
  
  
  Solutions to M7793 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies. Ensure that all records meet the archiving criteria and are not locked.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the archiving process.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for assistance. They can help diagnose technical issues or check for system errors.
  
  
  Test Archiving: If possible, perform a test archiving in a development or quality environment to see if the issue can be replicated and resolved without affecting production data.
  
  
  Check Archive Files: Ensure that the archive files are present and not corrupted. If necessary, recreate the archive files.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SLG1: Application Log
  SE16/SE11: Data Browser/Table Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the M7793 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving processes for the specific module you are working with, as it may provide additional insights and best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the M7793 error during the archiving process in SAP.