How To Fix 25105 - File & could not be copied to the application server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 105

• Message text: File & could not be copied to the application server

What causes this issue?

The file you entered could not be written on the application server.
This directory is probably not accessible from the application server.

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?

The directory must be accessible from <ZH>all</> application servers.
Platform-indpendent file names are used to determine the directory.
Check whether:
the platform-independent file name <LS>DOCUMENT_DISTRIBUTION</> exists
in Customizing
the directory for the appropriate operating system has been correctly
maintained
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUSAPCFILE>Maintain file names and file paths
independently of client</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25105 - File & could not be copied to the application server ?

  The SAP error message 25105 indicates that a file could not be copied to the application server. This error typically arises during file transfer operations, such as when using transaction codes like CG3Z (for file uploads) or during background job processing.
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist at the specified location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the file or the target directory on the application server.
  Disk Space: The application server may be running low on disk space, preventing the file from being copied.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the client and the application server.
  File System Permissions: The file system permissions on the application server may not allow the SAP system to write to the target directory.
  File Size Limitations: The file being transferred may exceed size limitations set by the SAP system or the operating system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Path: Check the file path and ensure that the file exists at the specified location.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access both the source file and the target directory on the application server.
  Check Disk Space: Verify that there is sufficient disk space on the application server. If not, free up space or increase the disk capacity.
  Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the connection between the client and the application server.
  File System Permissions: Check the file system permissions on the application server to ensure that the SAP system can write to the target directory.
  File Size: If the file is too large, consider splitting it into smaller files or adjusting the system settings to allow larger file transfers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CG3Z for file uploads and CG3Y for file downloads.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs (SM21) and application logs (SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  SAP Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team to investigate server configurations, permissions, and network settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 25105 in SAP.