How To Fix 1R205 - File system will not allow file to deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 205

• Message text: File system will not allow file to deleted

What causes this issue?

The file system is refusing permission to delete the file &V1& in
directory &V2&.

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?

Make sure that no application program or process is accessing the file
&V1&. Then try to access the file again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R205 - File system will not allow file to deleted ?

  The SAP error message 1R205: File system will not allow file to be deleted typically indicates that there is an issue with the file system permissions or the state of the file that you are trying to delete. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or process attempting to delete the file may not have the necessary permissions to perform the deletion.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing it from being deleted.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the file system itself, such as corruption or being in a read-only state.
  File Attributes: The file may have attributes set that prevent deletion, such as being marked as read-only.
  Disk Space: If the disk is full, it may prevent certain operations, including file deletions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary permissions to delete the file. You may need to adjust the file permissions or run the deletion as a user with higher privileges.
  Release Locks: Check if the file is being used by another process. If so, terminate that process or wait until it releases the file.
  File System Check: Run a file system check to identify and repair any issues. This can often be done using tools like fsck on Unix/Linux systems or chkdsk on Windows.
  Modify File Attributes: If the file is marked as read-only, change its attributes to allow deletion. This can typically be done through file properties in the operating system.
  Free Up Disk Space: Ensure that there is sufficient disk space available. If the disk is full, consider deleting unnecessary files or expanding the disk space.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error. Sometimes, there may be known issues with specific versions of SAP that require updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on file handling and error messages.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.