How To Fix RSARCH214 - Archiving Run Could Not Be Started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSARCH - BW Archiving: News

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Archiving Run Could Not Be Started

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSARCH214 - Archiving Run Could Not Be Started ?

  The SAP error message RSARCH214, which states "Archiving Run Could Not Be Started," typically indicates that there is an issue preventing the archiving process from being initiated. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to start the archiving run may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Background Job Issues: There may be issues with the background job processing, such as insufficient resources or job scheduling conflicts.
  Archiving Object Not Active: The specific archiving object you are trying to use may not be active or may not have been defined correctly.
  Database Issues: There could be database-related issues, such as locks or connectivity problems.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the archiving run may not have been set.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the archiving object is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by checking the settings in transaction code SARA.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the archiving run. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Monitor Background Jobs: Use transaction SM37 to check for any background job failures or issues. Ensure that there are no conflicts with other jobs.
  Activate Archiving Object: If the archiving object is not active, you may need to activate it in transaction SARA.
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any database locks that may be preventing the archiving process from starting.
  Set Required Parameters: Ensure that all required parameters for the archiving run are set correctly. This can be done in the archiving object settings in SARA.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to archiving. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for archiving processes to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.