How To Fix OA305 - SAP ArchiveLink (SAP kernel error)

OA305 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 305

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink (SAP kernel error)

What causes this issue?

A request was to be sent to an content server system.
The SAP kernel could not forward the request to the content server.

System Response

An error was reported by the SAP kernel.
Parameter RPCNR is too long.
The error occurred when calling the kernel function (programming
error).

How to fix this error?

The kernel functions of the content server connection should not be
used for your own programs. The content server functionality can only
be used via the SAP ArchiveLink function modules.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA305 - SAP ArchiveLink (SAP kernel error) ?

  The SAP error message OA305 typically relates to issues with SAP ArchiveLink, which is a component used for document management and archiving in SAP systems. The error message indicates a problem with the SAP kernel, which is the core component of the SAP system responsible for executing the application logic.
  Cause of OA305 Error
  
  
  Kernel Issues: The error may arise due to an outdated or corrupted SAP kernel. If the kernel version is not compatible with the ArchiveLink functionality, it can lead to errors.
  
  
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in ArchiveLink or the underlying database can also trigger this error. This includes issues with the content repository settings or the connection to the database.
  
  
  Document Storage Issues: Problems with the storage of documents, such as missing or inaccessible storage locations, can lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Insufficient user authorizations to access the ArchiveLink functionality or specific documents can also cause this error.
  
  
  Database Issues: If