How To Fix 1R210 - File system refused access to a directory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 210

• Message text: File system refused access to a directory

What causes this issue?

The file system is refusing access to the directory &V1& or to files in
the directory.

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 no application programs or processes are accessing the
directory &V1&, then confirm the message.

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 1R210 - File system refused access to a directory ?

  The SAP error message 1R210: File system refused access to a directory typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to access a specified directory on the file system. This can occur due to various reasons, including permission issues, incorrect directory paths, or file system restrictions.
  Causes:
  
  Permission Issues: The user under which the SAP application server is running may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified directory.
  Incorrect Directory Path: The directory path specified in the configuration may be incorrect or may not exist.
  File System Restrictions: The underlying file system may have restrictions that prevent access to certain directories.
  Network File System Issues: If the directory is on a network file system (like NFS), there may be connectivity issues or misconfigurations.
  Operating System Security Policies: Security policies on the operating system may restrict access to certain directories.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user account running the SAP application server has the necessary read/write permissions for the directory in question.
  Use commands like ls -l (on Unix/Linux) to check permissions and chmod to modify them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Directory Path:
  
  Ensure that the directory path specified in the SAP configuration is correct and that the directory exists.
  You can use commands like cd to navigate to the directory and ls to list its contents.
  
  
  
  Check File System Restrictions:
  
  If the directory is on a mounted file system, ensure that the file system is mounted correctly and that there are no restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  Review Network File System Configuration:
  
  If using NFS or another network file system, check the configuration and ensure that the network connection is stable and that the NFS server is accessible.
  
  
  
  Operating System Security Policies:
  
  Review any security policies that may be in place on the operating system that could restrict access to the directory.
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP configuration settings related to the file system and ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Logs: Review the SAP application server logs for additional context or error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for your specific version to understand the file system requirements and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your system administrator or SAP support for further assistance.