How To Fix W4246 - Archive: End of file reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Archive: End of file reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4246 - Archive: End of file reached ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message W4246 Archive: End of file reached:
  
  SAP Message: W4246 Archive: End of file reached
  
  Cause:
  The message W4246 Archive: End of file reached typically occurs during the processing of archive files in SAP, such as when reading or writing archive files during data archiving or retrieval.
  
  It indicates that the system has reached the end of the archive file unexpectedly or as part of normal processing.
  This can happen if the archive file is completely read and no more data is available.
  Sometimes, it may also indicate that the archive file is incomplete or corrupted, or that the reading process is trying to read beyond the file's end.
  It can occur during:
  
  Archive file reading (e.g., during data retrieval or reorganization)
  Archive file writing (e.g., during archiving sessions)
  When the archive file is smaller than expected or truncated.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archive File Integrity:
  
  Verify that the archive file is complete and not corrupted.
  Use operating system tools or SAP archive management transactions to check the file size and integrity.
  If the file is incomplete or corrupted, restore it from a backup or recreate the archive.
  
  
  
  Verify Archive File Path and Access:
  
  Ensure that the archive file path is correct and accessible.
  Check file permissions to confirm SAP has the necessary read/write access.
  
  
  
  Review Archive Object and Program Logs:
  
  Check the archive session logs (transaction SARA) for any preceding errors or warnings.
  Look for any abnormal termination or issues during the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Check for Correct Archive File Usage:
  
  Confirm that the correct archive file is being used for the intended operation.
  Avoid mixing archive files from different sessions or objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes related to the archive object you are working with.
  Sometimes, specific archive objects have known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  Restart the Archive Process:
  
  If the message appears at the end of a normal archive read, it may be informational.
  If the process stops unexpectedly, try restarting the archive session or reprocessing the archive file.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SARA: Main transaction for managing SAP archiving.
  Archive Objects: Different objects have different archive file formats and handling.
  SAP Help Portal: Documentation on archiving and archive file handling.
  SAP Notes: Check for notes related to the specific archive object or error message.
  Message Class W4: The message class for archiving-related messages.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  W4246 Archive: End of file reached means the system has reached the end of the archive file during processing.
  It can be a normal informational message or indicate an issue with the archive file.
  Verify file integrity, access, and correct usage.
  Check logs and SAP Notes for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which archive object, transaction, or process you were running), I can help with more specific guidance.