How To Fix >2551 - File &1 &2 cannot be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 551

• Message text: File &1 &2 cannot be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2551 - File &1 &2 cannot be read ?

  The SAP error message 2551 indicates that a specific file cannot be read. This error typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to access a file that is either missing, inaccessible, or has incorrect permissions. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  File Not Found: The specified file does not exist in the expected directory.
  Incorrect Path: The path to the file may be incorrect or misconfigured.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to read the file.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or unavailability.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Verify File Existence:
  
  Check if the file specified in the error message actually exists in the specified location.
  Use transaction codes like AL11 to check the directories and files.
  
  
  
  Check File Path:
  
  Ensure that the path to the file is correctly specified in the configuration or program that is trying to access it.
  
  
  
  Review Permissions:
  
  Check the file permissions to ensure that the SAP user or the operating system user under which the SAP instance is running has read access to the file.
  You may need to adjust the permissions using operating system commands (e.g., chmod on Unix/Linux).
  
  
  
  File Locking:
  
  If the file is locked, identify the process that is locking it and either wait for it to release the lock or terminate the process if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check File System:
  
  Investigate any potential issues with the file system, such as disk space or corruption. You may need to run file system checks or consult with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like AL11 (to view directories) and SM37 (to check job logs) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific modules or functions that may be generating this error.
  System Logs: Check system logs (using transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.