How To Fix AREN225 - &1 Enter existing logical file names

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 225

• Message text: &1 Enter existing logical file names

What causes this issue?

The logical file name is not defined in transaction AOBJ.

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?

Define the logical name using transaction AOBJ, FILE.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN225 - &1 Enter existing logical file names ?

  The SAP error message AREN225 typically indicates that there is an issue with the logical file name being used in a particular transaction or process. This error occurs when the system expects a valid logical file name, but the input provided does not match any existing logical file names in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Logical File Name: The logical file name you are trying to use does not exist in the SAP system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the logical file name you entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file names.
  Configuration Issues: The logical file names may not have been properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Logical File Names:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE or AL11 to view the existing logical file names in the system.
  You can also check the logical file names in transaction FILE by navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Ensure that the logical file name you are entering is correct and matches one of the existing logical file names in the system.
  Look for any typographical errors or incorrect casing.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that your user account has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file names. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you are responsible for system configuration, review the configuration settings for logical file names in transaction FILE or AL11.
  Ensure that the logical file names are properly defined and mapped to the correct physical file paths.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on logical file names and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Logical File Names: In SAP, logical file names are used to abstract the physical file paths. They allow for easier management and configuration of file handling in various applications.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FILE, AL11, and SE38 (for executing reports) to troubleshoot and manage file handling in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message AREN225.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.