How To Fix OA313 - SAP ArchiveLink (SAP kernel error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 313

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink (SAP kernel error)

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

An error was reported by the SAP kernel.
Dynpro not valid.
An 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 OA313 - SAP ArchiveLink (SAP kernel error) ?

  The SAP error message OA313 typically indicates an issue related to SAP ArchiveLink, which is a component used for document management and archiving in SAP systems. The error message suggests that there is a problem with the SAP kernel or the ArchiveLink configuration.
  Cause:
  The OA313 error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Kernel Issues: The SAP kernel may be outdated or corrupted, leading to issues with ArchiveLink functionality.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in ArchiveLink or the underlying database can lead to errors.
  Missing or Inaccessible Archive Objects: If the system cannot access the required archive objects or if they are not properly defined, this error may occur.
  Authorization Issues: Insufficient user authorizations to access ArchiveLink functions or documents can trigger this error.
  Database Connectivity: Problems with the database connection or the database itself can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OA313 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Kernel Version: Ensure that you are using a supported and up-to-date version of the SAP kernel. If necessary, upgrade to the latest version.
  Review ArchiveLink Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for ArchiveLink in transaction OAC0 (ArchiveLink Administration) and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Check Archive Objects: Make sure that the archive objects you are trying to access are correctly defined and available in the system.
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations for the user encountering the error. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to access ArchiveLink functions.
  Database Connection: Verify the database connection settings and ensure that the database is running properly. Check for any connectivity issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP ArchiveLink Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ArchiveLink to understand its configuration and usage.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the OA313 error in your SAP system.