How To Fix >4823 - Logical file &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 823

• Message text: Logical file &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4823 - Logical file &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message 4823 indicates that a logical file specified in the system cannot be found. This typically occurs when the logical file name is either incorrect, not defined in the system, or the associated physical file is missing.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Logical File Name: The logical file name specified in the program or configuration may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Missing Logical File Definition: The logical file may not be defined in the SAP system. This can happen if the file was not created or if it was deleted.
  Missing Physical File: The physical file associated with the logical file may not exist in the specified location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  Transport Issues: If the logical file was transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logical File Name: Verify that the logical file name used in the program or configuration is correct.
  Define Logical File: If the logical file is not defined, you can create it using transaction FILE (or FILE -> Logical File in some versions). Ensure that the logical file is correctly mapped to the physical file.
  Check Physical File: Ensure that the physical file exists in the expected directory and that the path is correctly defined in the logical file configuration.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Transport Configuration: If the logical file was transported, ensure that all necessary configurations were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like FILE to manage logical files and their definitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on logical file management and file handling in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.