How To Fix 1R405 - Transport file could not be copied to file server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Transport file could not be copied to file server

What causes this issue?

At the start of document import to a file server, a file is created
which contains the document content.
This file could not be created on one of the file servers.
File server: &V1&
Directory: &V2&
File: &V3&

System Response

No documents are imported onto this file server.

How to fix this error?

Establish why the file could not be created, taking into consideration
previous error messages. When you have identified and removed the cause
of the problem, re-try the document import.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R405 - Transport file could not be copied to file server ?

  The SAP error message 1R405 indicates that there was an issue with copying a transport file to the file server. This can occur during the transport process when the system attempts to move transport files from the transport directory to the designated file server location.
  Causes:
  
  File System Permissions: The user or service account that is executing the transport may not have the necessary permissions to write to the file server directory.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the file server.
  File Server Configuration: The file server may not be properly configured or may be down.
  Disk Space: The file server may be out of disk space, preventing new files from being written.
  Transport Directory Issues: The transport directory may be incorrectly configured or may not exist.
  Path Issues: The path specified for the file server may be incorrect or inaccessible.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to write to the file server directory. This may involve checking both the SAP system and the file server settings.
  Verify Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the SAP system and the file server. Ensure that there are no firewalls or network policies blocking access.
  Check File Server Status: Ensure that the file server is up and running and that the relevant services are active.
  Monitor Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the file server. If it is full, free up space or increase the storage capacity.
  Review Transport Directory Configuration: Verify that the transport directory is correctly configured in the SAP system. You can check this in transaction RZ10 or RZ11 for profile parameters.
  Correct Path Issues: Ensure that the path specified for the file server is correct and accessible from the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like STMS (Transport Management System) to manage transports and check logs for more detailed error messages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to transport errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Logs: Review the transport logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.