How To Fix WME_ARCH301 - Start of archiving session 'Door Activities': &1 at &2 o'clock

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WME_ARCH - Messages Regarding WME Archiving

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Start of archiving session 'Door Activities': &1 at &2 o'clock

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WME_ARCH301 - Start of archiving session 'Door Activities': &1 at &2 o'clock ?

  The SAP error message WME_ARCH301 indicates an issue related to the archiving session for "Door Activities." This message typically arises when there is a problem starting the archiving process for specific data in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message WME_ARCH301 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The archiving object may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to start the archiving session may not have the necessary authorizations.
  System Lock: The archiving process may be blocked due to another session or process that is currently using the data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that prevent the archiving process from starting.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the archiving object itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WME_ARCH301 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the archiving object for Door Activities is correctly configured in the system. Review the settings in transaction SARA (Archive Administration) to confirm that everything is set up properly.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to start the archiving session. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant tables or data that might be preventing the archiving process from starting. If you find any locks, you may need to resolve them.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the data that is supposed to be archived. You can use transaction SE38 to execute relevant reports or programs that check for data integrity.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation. They may need to look into system logs or perform additional troubleshooting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SLG1: Application Log
  SE38: ABAP Editor (for running reports)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving processes and best practices.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to archiving sessions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WME_ARCH301 error message in your SAP system.