How To Fix 5R125 - Error in write target file &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Error in write target file &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R125 - Error in write target file & ?

  The SAP error message 5R125, which indicates "Error in write target file &," typically occurs during data transfer processes, such as when exporting data to a file or during batch processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, including file permission issues, incorrect file paths, or problems with the underlying file system.
  Causes:
  
  File Permissions: The user or process attempting to write to the target file may not have the necessary permissions.
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the directory may not exist.
  Disk Space: There may not be enough disk space available on the target drive.
  File System Errors: There could be issues with the file system that prevent writing to the file.
  File Locking: The target file may be locked by another process, preventing write access.
  Invalid File Name: The file name may contain invalid characters or exceed the maximum length allowed by the operating system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account running the SAP process has the necessary permissions to write to the target directory and file.
  Verify File Path: Double-check the file path specified in the configuration to ensure it is correct and that the directory exists.
  Free Up Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the target drive and free up space if necessary.
  Check File System: Run file system checks to identify and fix any errors that may be preventing file writes.
  Close Other Processes: If the file is locked, identify and close any other processes that may be using the file.
  Rename File: If the file name is invalid, rename it to conform to the operating system's naming conventions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check job logs for more detailed error messages.
  System Logs: Review system logs (e.g., using transaction SLG1) for additional context around the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 5R125 in SAP.