How To Fix BA229 - File storage: The file name &1 contains the symbols '\' and '/'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 229

• Message text: File storage: The file name &1 contains the symbols '\' and '/'

What causes this issue?

The file name &V1& contains the symbols '\' and '/'. The directory
name can therefore not be determined.

System Response

The storage procedure was terminalted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA229 - File storage: The file name &1 contains the symbols '\' and '/' ?

  The SAP error message BA229 indicates that there is an issue with the file name being used in a file storage operation. Specifically, the error states that the file name contains invalid characters, namely the backslash (\) and forward slash (/). These characters are not allowed in file names in many operating systems and can lead to issues when trying to save or access files.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a file name that includes either the backslash or forward slash is provided in a file storage operation. This can happen due to:
  
  User input that includes invalid characters.
  Programmatic generation of file names that does not sanitize or validate the input properly.
  Data imported from external sources that may contain invalid characters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BA229 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the File Name: Review the file name being used in the operation. Ensure that it does not contain any invalid characters, specifically \ and /.
  
  
  Sanitize Input: If the file name is being generated dynamically (e.g., from user input or external data), implement a validation or sanitization routine to remove or replace invalid characters before using the file name.
  
  
  Use Valid Characters: Ensure that the file name only contains valid characters. Typically, valid characters include:
  
  Alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  Dashes (-)
  Periods (.) for file extensions
  
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch instances where invalid file names are generated and provide user-friendly feedback.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the file storage operation with various file names to ensure that the issue is resolved and that valid file names are accepted.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for guidelines on file naming conventions and restrictions.
  Operating System Restrictions: Be aware of the file naming conventions and restrictions of the operating system where the SAP system is running, as these can vary.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BA229 error and ensure that file names used in your SAP system are valid and compliant with the required standards.