How To Fix BA144 - Logical file path is not completely maintained: See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Logical file path is not completely maintained: See long text

What causes this issue?

No physical file path can be generated for the logical file path
"&V1&".

System Response

The archiving run is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the logical file path "&V1&" according to your system
environment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA144 - Logical file path is not completely maintained: See long text ?

  The SAP error message BA144, which states "Logical file path is not completely maintained: See long text," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of logical file paths in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when trying to execute a program or transaction that relies on a logical file path that has not been fully defined or is missing required components.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The logical file path may not be fully maintained in the SAP system. This could mean that certain required fields are empty or that the path does not point to a valid location.
  Missing Logical File Name: The logical file name associated with the logical file path may not be defined correctly.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the logical file path.
  Transport Issues: If the logical file path was transported from another system, it may not have been configured correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Path Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE (or AL11) to check the logical file paths.
  Use transaction code FILE to maintain logical file paths. Ensure that all required fields are filled in correctly.
  Verify that the logical file name is correctly assigned to the logical file path.
  
  
  
  Maintain Logical File Names:
  
  Use transaction code FILE to check if the logical file name is defined and correctly linked to the logical file path.
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file path. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the logical file path was transported, check the transport request for any missing configurations or errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for detailed information on configuring logical file paths and names.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FILE: To maintain logical file paths.
  AL11: To view the file system and check the directories.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to logical file paths and the BA144 error.
  
  
  Long Text: Always check the long text of the error message for additional details that may provide more context on what is missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BA144 error in your SAP system.