How To Fix CY154 - An error occured when file & on your PC was opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 154

• Message text: An error occured when file & on your PC was opened

What causes this issue?

When attempting to create a file for writing data to MS-EXCEL on your
PC, an error occurred.

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?

Please check the connection to your PC.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY154 - An error occured when file & on your PC was opened ?

  The SAP error message CY154, which states "An error occurred when file & on your PC was opened," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a file on your local machine when trying to perform an operation in SAP. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to download a report, export data, or open a file from SAP.
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist at the specified location.
  File Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the file or the directory where the file is located.
  File Format: The file format may not be supported or may be corrupted.
  SAP GUI Settings: There may be issues with the SAP GUI settings or configuration that prevent file access.
  Antivirus/Firewall: Security software may be blocking access to the file or the directory.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Path: Verify that the file path is correct and that the file exists in the specified location.
  File Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the file. You may need to contact your IT department for assistance.
  File Format: Check if the file format is supported by SAP and ensure that the file is not corrupted.
  SAP GUI Configuration: Review the SAP GUI settings. You may want to reset the settings or reinstall the SAP GUI if necessary.
  Disable Security Software: Temporarily disable any antivirus or firewall software to see if it resolves the issue. If it does, you may need to configure the software to allow SAP access.
  Network Connectivity: If the file is on a network drive, check your network connection and ensure that you can access the drive.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for any specific requirements or configurations related to file handling in your version of SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.