How To Fix SRAL156 - Read access logging not connected to an archive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL - Read Access Log Message Class

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Read access logging not connected to an archive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRAL156 - Read access logging not connected to an archive ?

  The SAP error message SRAL156 indicates that the Read Access Logging (RAL) feature is not properly configured to connect to an archive. This can occur when the system is set up to log read access to sensitive data, but the logging mechanism is not correctly linked to an archive where the logs should be stored.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The RAL feature may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the RAL configuration.
  Missing Archive Object: The archive object that is supposed to store the logs may not exist or may not be properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the logging may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the archive.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the archiving process itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check RAL Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SARA to check the archiving object settings.
  Ensure that the Read Access Logging is properly configured and that the relevant archiving object is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Archive Object:
  
  If the archive object is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done in the transaction SARA by defining a new archiving object for the RAL logs.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to write to the archive. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check Technical Settings:
  
  Review the technical settings for the database and the archiving process. Ensure that the database is functioning correctly and that there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Read Access Logging and archiving to understand the configuration requirements and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SRAL156 error in your SAP system.