How To Fix 5V251 - File could not be read; see long text

5V251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 251

• Message text: File could not be read; see long text

What causes this issue?

The file could not be read from the hard disk. There are two possible
reasons for this:
You do not have authorization to modify the file.
The file is being accessed by another report.

System Response

The system stops processing.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you have user authorization for the file in the file
system and whether the file is being accessed by another program at the
same time.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

5V251 - Details

• The SAP error message 5V251 indicates that a file could not be read, and it typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to access a file that is either missing, inaccessible, or has incorrect permissions. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file path may be incorrect, or the file may not exist in the expected location.
  Access Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to read the file.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues.
  File Format: The file may be in an unsupported format or corrupted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Path: Check the file path specified in the configuration or program to ensure it is correct and that the file exists.
  Check Permissions: Ensure