How To Fix 5K095 - Magnetic Media file was not saved properly

5K095 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Magnetic Media file was not saved properly

What causes this issue?

An error occured while attempting to download the magnetic media files.

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?

Ensure that the medium to the which the files are to be written is
accessible. Press 'Enter' to save the files again. The system will
allow three attempts to resave; if a failure occurs on the third
attempt, an error is produced and the program will have to be rerun.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K095 - Magnetic Media file was not saved properly ?

  The SAP error message "5K095 Magnetic Media file was not saved properly" typically occurs when there is an issue with the generation or saving of magnetic media files, which are often used for electronic reporting or data submission to government agencies or other external entities.
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified path for saving the magnetic media file may not exist or may not have the correct permissions.
  File Format Errors: The file may not be generated in the expected format, leading to issues when trying to save it.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to magnetic media processing.
  Disk Space: Insufficient disk space on the server where the file is being saved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or save files in the specified directory.
  Temporary Files: Issues with temporary files or directories that are used during the file generation process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Path: Verify that the