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How To Fix WR520 - *** Messages about archiving ********************************************


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WR - Messages for Revaluation at Retail

  • Message number: 520

  • Message text: *** Messages about archiving ********************************************

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WR520 - *** Messages about archiving ******************************************** ?

    The SAP error message WR520 is related to the archiving process in SAP systems. Here's a detailed explanation of the cause, solution, and related information:


    SAP Error Message: WR520

    Text: * Messages about archiving **


    1. Cause

    The message WR520 typically appears during the archiving process or when dealing with archive files. It is a generic informational or warning message related to the archiving framework in SAP.

    More specifically, WR520 can occur when:

    • There are issues with the archive files (e.g., missing files, corrupted files).
    • The archiving session encountered warnings or informational messages.
    • The system is reporting messages related to the archiving object or process.
    • The archive file is not accessible or not found in the specified path.
    • The archiving object is not properly configured or the archive file is incomplete.

    2. Solution

    To resolve or handle the WR520 message, follow these steps:

    a) Check the Archive Files

    • Verify that the archive files exist in the specified directory.
    • Ensure the files are not corrupted and have the correct naming convention.
    • Confirm that the application server has the necessary authorizations to access the archive files.

    b) Review the Archiving Session Logs

    • Use transaction SARA (Archive Administration) to check the status of the archiving session.
    • Review the detailed logs for the archiving object to identify any warnings or errors.
    • Look for any preceding messages that might indicate the root cause.

    c) Verify Archiving Object Configuration

    • Check the configuration of the archiving object in SARA.
    • Ensure that the object is active and properly set up for the archiving process.
    • Confirm that the customizing settings for the archiving object are correct.

    d) Re-run or Restart the Archiving Process

    • If the issue was due to temporary file access problems, re-run the archiving session.
    • If the archive file was incomplete or corrupted, regenerate the archive file if possible.

    e) Check SAP Notes and Documentation

    • Search for SAP Notes related to WR520 and the specific archiving object you are working with.
    • SAP Notes may provide patches, corrections, or additional instructions.

    3. Related Information

    • Transaction SARA: Main transaction for archive administration.
    • Archive Files: Stored usually on the application server or a shared file system.
    • Archiving Objects: Defined in SAP customizing, each object has its own archiving program and write/delete jobs.
    • SAP Help Portal: Provides detailed documentation on data archiving.
    • SAP Notes: Use SAP ONE Support Launchpad to find notes related to WR520 or your archiving object.

    Summary

    Aspect Details
    Cause Issues or informational messages related to archive files or archiving process.
    Solution Check archive files, review logs in SARA, verify configuration, re-run archiving, check SAP Notes.
    Related Info Use transaction SARA, check archive file locations, consult SAP Notes and documentation.

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