How To Fix SB208 - The index used for the archive file & is inconsistent

SB208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: The index used for the archive file & is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The required version has been archived in the past. There was an error
while the archive was being restored because the archive index is
faulty.

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?

Use the transaction SARA to delete the index of the archive file and
create it again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB208 - The index used for the archive file & is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message SB208 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the index and the archive file in the context of data archiving. This typically occurs when the index that is supposed to point to the archived data does not match the actual contents of the archive file. This inconsistency can lead to issues when trying to access or retrieve archived data.
  Causes of SB208 Error
  
  Corrupted Archive Files: The archive files may have been corrupted during the archiving process or due to file system issues.
  Improper Deletion: If the archive files were manually deleted or moved without updating the index, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  System Errors: System crashes or interruptions during the archiving process can result in incomplete or corrupted index entries.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database or the underlying storage system can also lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions to SB208 Error
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  Use transaction code SARA to access the Archive Administration.
  Select the