How To Fix 26279 - Additional file & cannot be accessed

26279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Additional file & cannot be accessed

What causes this issue?

You want to store or check in additional file &V1&.

System Response

The system cannot access this file. This could be because the path is
incorrect or the file does not exist.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

26279 - Details

• The SAP error message 26279, which states "Additional file & cannot be accessed," typically indicates that the system is unable to access a specific file that is required for processing. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data uploads, report generation, or when accessing external files.
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the expected location.
  Authorization Issues: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues or the network path may be unavailable.
  File Format Issues: The file may be in an unsupported format or corrupted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Path: Check the file path specified in the transaction or program to ensure it is correct and