How To Fix AQ612 - Choose file connection or PC connection

AQ612 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 612

• Message text: Choose file connection or PC connection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ612 - Choose file connection or PC connection ?

  The SAP error message AQ612, which states "Choose file connection or PC connection," typically occurs when there is an issue with the method of data transfer or file handling in SAP. This error is often encountered in scenarios involving data uploads or downloads, particularly when using the SAP GUI or when trying to import/export data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Connection Type: The error usually arises when the system is unable to determine the appropriate connection type for the operation you are trying to perform. This can happen if the user has not selected a valid connection method (file connection or PC connection).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the proper handling of file connections.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the file system or perform the required operations.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the file connection may not be set or are incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select