How To Fix /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH004 - Archiving session was interrupted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Archiving session was interrupted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH004 - Archiving session was interrupted ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/PTIMEOV1_ARCH004 Archiving session was interrupted typically indicates that an archiving session for the time evaluation data was not completed successfully. This can happen for various reasons, including system issues, configuration problems, or data inconsistencies.
  Causes:
  
  System Issues: Temporary system failures, such as database locks or connectivity issues, can interrupt the archiving process.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect settings in the archiving object or the archiving process can lead to interruptions.
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the data being archived, the process may fail.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the archiving session can cause interruptions.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or disk space) can lead to session interruptions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and the archiving logs to identify the specific reason for the interruption. You can use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to find detailed error messages.
  Re-run the Archiving Session: If the issue was temporary, you can try to re-run the archiving session. Use transaction code SARA to manage archiving sessions.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object is correctly configured. Verify the settings in transaction SARA for the specific archiving object.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to ensure there are no issues that could cause the archiving process to fail.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the archiving session has the necessary authorizations.
  Monitor System Resources: Check system resources to ensure there are no limitations affecting the archiving process. This includes checking for sufficient disk space and memory.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For managing archiving sessions.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  SICF: To check if the necessary services are active.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.