How To Fix 42279 - Error while copying file '&1' to directory '&2&3&4'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Error while copying file '&1' to directory '&2&3&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42279 - Error while copying file '&1' to directory '&2&3&4' ?

  The SAP error message 42279 indicates that there was an issue while attempting to copy a file from one location to another. The message typically includes placeholders for the file name and the target directory, which are represented as &1, &2, &3, and &4.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to read the source file or write to the target directory.
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist at the specified location.
  Disk Space: There may not be enough disk space in the target directory to accommodate the copied file.
  File System Issues: There could be issues with the file system, such as corruption or unavailability of the target directory.
  Network Issues: If the file is being copied from a network location, network issues could prevent access to the file.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user executing the copy operation has the necessary permissions to access the source file and write to the target directory.
  Verify File Path: Double-check the file path for both the source and target locations to ensure they are correct and that the source file exists.
  Check Disk Space: Verify that there is sufficient disk space in the target directory to accommodate the file being copied.
  Inspect File System: Check the integrity of the file system and ensure that the target directory is accessible and not corrupted.
  Network Connectivity: If applicable, ensure that there are no network issues affecting access to the source file.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like AL11 (to check file directories) or SM37 (to check job logs) to gather more information about the error context.
  Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.