How To Fix /SAPCND/ARCH121 - Mark the end of the block

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/ARCH -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Mark the end of the block

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/ARCH121 - Mark the end of the block ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/ARCH121 Mark the end of the block typically occurs in the context of the SAP Converged Data Management (CDM) or when dealing with archiving and data management processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the archiving process, specifically related to the marking of the end of a data block during the archiving operation.
  Cause:
  
  Data Block Issues: The error may arise if the system is unable to properly mark the end of a data block due to inconsistencies or corruption in the data being archived.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the archiving process can also trigger this error.
  System Performance: Performance issues or timeouts during the archiving process can lead to incomplete operations, resulting in this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data being archived is consistent and not corrupted. You may need to run consistency checks on the data.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the archiving object. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  User Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user executing the archiving process. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to perform archiving operations.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Re-run the Archiving Process: If the issue was transient, try re-running the archiving process after addressing any identified issues.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SLG1 (Application Log) for managing archiving processes and reviewing logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving and data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SAPCND/ARCH121 Mark the end of the block error in your SAP system.