How To Fix PH021 - Archive &1 could not be closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Archive &1 could not be closed

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the archive was closed. This is probably a
programming error.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, check archiving session &V1& by accessing
<DS:TRAN.SARA>Archive Management</>.
Repeat the action that triggered this error message. If the error
re-occurs, please contact SAP for clarification.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH021 - Archive &1 could not be closed ?

  The SAP error message PH021, which states "Archive &1 could not be closed," typically occurs during the archiving process when the system is unable to close an archive file. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The archive file may be located on a file system that is full or has insufficient permissions for the SAP system to write or modify files.
  Database Locking: There may be locks on the database that prevent the archiving process from completing successfully.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: If the archive is being written to a remote location, network issues could prevent the file from being closed properly.
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user or process attempting to close the archive may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File System: Ensure that the file system where the archive is being written has enough space and that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to write to it.
  Review Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the archiving process from completing.
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the archiving object in transaction SARA. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the archiving process is properly defined.
  Network Connectivity: If the archive is being written to a remote location, check the network connection and ensure that it is stable.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform archiving operations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving objects.
  SM12: To check for database locks.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.