How To Fix CRM_SRV_WEBREQ_ORDER304 - Log file unuseable; see long text or select a different file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SRV_WEBREQ_ORDER - Connection of Web Service Request to Transaction

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Log file unuseable; see long text or select a different file

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to open file &v1 from the current application server.

System Response

System confirmation: &v2&

How to fix this error?

Check
the name of the specified directory
the authorization in the SAP system (authorization object S_DATASET)
the access rights to the operating system level
the accessibility of the directory in the network

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SRV_WEBREQ_ORDER304 - Log file unuseable; see long text or select a different file ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SRV_WEBREQ_ORDER304 indicates that there is an issue with the log file being used in the context of a web request in the SAP CRM system. This error typically arises when the log file is either corrupted, not accessible, or not in a usable format for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Corrupted Log File: The log file may have become corrupted due to an unexpected system shutdown, disk issues, or other factors.
  File Permissions: The user or process trying to access the log file may not have the necessary permissions to read or write to the file.
  File Format: The log file may not be in the expected format, making it unusable for the current operation.
  Disk Space Issues: Insufficient disk space on the server where the log files are stored can also lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to logging can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Log File Integrity: Verify the integrity of the log file. If it is corrupted, you may need to restore it from a backup or delete it if it is not needed.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user or process has the appropriate permissions to access the log file. Adjust permissions as necessary.
  Check File Format: Make sure that the log file is in the correct format expected by the SAP system.
  Free Up Disk Space: Check the disk space on the server and free up space if necessary. This can involve deleting old log files or moving them to another location.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to logging in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set correctly.
  Select a Different File: If the error message suggests selecting a different file, try to choose another log file that is known to be valid and accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases updates that may address known issues.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CRM_SRV_WEBREQ_ORDER304 error in your SAP system.