How To Fix BC_BOR558 - Error in transmission

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_BOR - BC Training (All Courses)

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Error in transmission

What causes this issue?

Transfer of data to a file on the OS-level failed.

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?

Make sure that the corresponding subdirectory in which you want to
create the file exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_BOR558 - Error in transmission ?

  The SAP error message BC_BOR558, which indicates "Error in transmission," typically occurs in the context of Business Object Repository (BOR) or when using Business Workflow in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the communication between systems, problems with the configuration of the workflow, or issues with the data being transmitted.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection between the SAP systems can lead to transmission errors.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration of the workflow or the Business Object can cause transmission failures.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user or system trying to execute the workflow can lead to this error.
  Data Issues: Invalid or incomplete data being sent in the workflow can trigger this error.
  System Performance: High load on the system or performance issues can lead to timeouts and transmission errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems involved. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity problems.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Verify the configuration of the workflow and the Business Object involved. Ensure that all necessary steps and parameters are correctly set up.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to execute the workflow. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Validate Data: Check the data being transmitted for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types are correct.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any performance issues or dumps that might indicate underlying problems.
  Retry the Transmission: Sometimes, simply retrying the operation can resolve transient issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to monitor workflow items and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection - Frequency) to analyze the frequency of work items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to BC_BOR558. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to this error.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) and workflow logs to gather more information about the error context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further analysis and troubleshooting.