How To Fix 3L373 - Error on creating TemSe

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Error on creating TemSe

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L373 - Error on creating TemSe ?

  The SAP error message 3L373 indicates an issue related to the creation of a temporary sequential file (TemSe) in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to create or access the necessary files for temporary storage, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of Error 3L373
  
  File System Issues: The underlying file system where the TemSe files are stored may be full, corrupted, or have insufficient permissions.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as being in a read-only state or having insufficient space, can prevent the creation of TemSe.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to the TemSe management.
  Operating System Limitations: The operating system may have reached its limit for file handles or processes.
  Transport Directory Issues: If the transport directory is not set up correctly, it can lead to issues with TemSe creation.
  
  Solutions to Error 3L373
  
  
  Check Disk Space: Ensure that there is sufficient disk space on the file system where the TemSe files are stored. You can use operating system commands to check disk usage.
  
  
  Check Permissions: Verify that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to create files in the directory where TemSe is stored.
  
  
  Database Check: Ensure that the database is running correctly and is not in a read-only state. Check for any database errors or issues.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the SAP configuration settings related to TemSe. You can do this by navigating to transaction code RZ10 or RZ11 to review profile parameters.
  
  
  Monitor Operating System Limits: Check the operating system limits for file handles and processes. You may need to increase these limits if they are too low.
  
  
  Check Transport Directory: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and accessible.
  
  
  Restart SAP Services: Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP services can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  TemSe Management: TemSe (Temporary Sequential File) is used by SAP for temporary storage of data. It is crucial for various operations, including background processing and transport management.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any related errors or dumps that might provide more context on the issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to TemSe creation in your SAP system.