How To Fix 02050 - Error when saving list to local file

02050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 02 -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Error when saving list to local file

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while saving the list in a local file.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that:
- You specified a correct file name
- You have write authorizations for this file
- Sufficient space is available in the file system

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 02050 - Error when saving list to local file ?

  The SAP error message "02050 Error when saving list to local file" typically occurs when there is an issue with the process of saving a report or list generated in SAP to a local file on your computer. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified path for saving the file may not exist or may not be accessible.
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory.
  File Name Issues: The file name may contain invalid characters or may be too long.
  SAP GUI Settings: There may be issues with the SAP GUI configuration or settings that prevent saving.
  Network Issues: If you are working in a networked environment, there may be connectivity issues affecting file saving.
  Disk Space: The local drive may be full, preventing the file from being saved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Path: Ensure that the path you are