How To Fix CNV_10996047 - File &1 is accessible in storage system. Please make it available!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_10996 - Messages for archive conversion

• Message number: 047

• Message text: File &1 is accessible in storage system. Please make it available!

What causes this issue?

The program found that the specified archive file is accessible only in
the storage system.

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 the specified archive file available in the following way:
up to SAP Release 4.6C - in the file system
as of SAP Release 4.7 - conversion from the storage system is also
possible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_10996047 - File &1 is accessible in storage system. Please make it available! ?

  The SAP error message CNV_10996047 indicates that a specific file (denoted as &1) is accessible in the storage system but is not available for the current operation. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Migration tools or during system conversions.
  Cause:
  
  File Accessibility: The file may be present in the storage system but not accessible due to permission issues or incorrect file paths.
  File Locking: The file might be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the storage system or the SAP system that prevent the file from being recognized as available.
  Network Issues: If the file is stored on a network location, there could be connectivity issues affecting access.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Path: Verify that the file path specified in the error message is correct and that the file exists in that location.
  Permissions: Ensure that the user or process trying to access the file has the necessary permissions to read or write to the file.
  File Status: Check if the file is currently locked by another process. If so, wait for the process to complete or unlock the file if possible.
  Storage Configuration: Review the configuration settings of the storage system to ensure that it is properly set up to allow access to the file.
  Network Connectivity: If the file is on a network drive, check the network connection and ensure that the drive is accessible.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for data migration and conversion processes for more context on handling files.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.