How To Fix 1S441 - Error accessing temporary file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1S - Messages for SSF ("Secure Store & Forward")

• Message number: 441

• Message text: Error accessing temporary file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1S441 - Error accessing temporary file ?

  The SAP error message 1S441 ("Error accessing temporary file") typically indicates that the SAP system is having trouble accessing or creating a temporary file in the file system. This can occur due to various reasons, including permission issues, disk space problems, or configuration errors.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Disk Space: The directory where temporary files are stored may be full or nearly full.
  Permission Issues: The user under which the SAP application server is running may not have the necessary permissions to write to the temporary directory.
  Incorrect Configuration: The path for temporary files may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system settings.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or hardware failures.
  Temporary Directory Not Found: The specified temporary directory may not exist or may have been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Verify that there is sufficient disk space on the server where the temporary files are stored. Free up space if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account running the SAP application server has the necessary permissions to read and write to the temporary directory. Adjust permissions as needed.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP profile parameters related to temporary files (e.g., DIR_TEMP, DIR_EXECUTABLE, etc.) to ensure they are correctly set. You can do this using transaction code RZ10 or by checking the instance profile files directly.
  
  
  
  Check Temporary Directory:
  
  Ensure that the temporary directory exists. If it does not, create it and set the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the application server logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart the Application Server:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP application server can resolve temporary issues related to file access.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Transaction Codes:
  
  SM21: System Log
  RZ10: Profile Maintenance
  AL11: Display SAP Directories (to check the temporary directory)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to the error message 1S441, as there may be updates or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.