How To Fix S_ARC_TRANS041 - Setting of references ended with errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_TRANS - Transfer Archive Administration (System Shutdown)

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Setting of references ended with errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_TRANS041 - Setting of references ended with errors ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_TRANS041 indicates that there was an issue during the setting of references in the system, which ended with errors. This error typically occurs in the context of data archiving or data management processes within SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that the archiving process is trying to reference.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or related settings can lead to this error.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or connectivity problems, that prevent the process from completing successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the detailed logs for the archiving process to identify specific errors or warnings that can provide more context about the failure.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data involved in the archiving process to ensure there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the archiving operation. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the archiving object to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the archiving settings in transaction SARA.
  Database Locks: Check for any database locks that may be preventing the archiving process from completing. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Retry the Process: After addressing any identified issues, retry the archiving process to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Used for managing archiving objects.
  SM21: System log to check for system-related issues.
  SLG1: Application log to check for specific application-related messages.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data archiving for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP data archiving.