How To Fix CY162 - The entered PC file name is not correct

CY162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 162

• Message text: The entered PC file name is not correct

What causes this issue?

The name of the file must conform to the conventions of the operating
system on your PC.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a correct name for the transfer of your capacity data to
MS-EXCEL.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY162 - The entered PC file name is not correct ?

  The SAP error message CY162, which states "The entered PC file name is not correct," typically occurs when there is an issue with the file path or file name specified in the SAP system when trying to upload or download files from the local PC.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified may not exist or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Invalid Characters: The file name may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in file names.
  File Extension Issues: The file may not have the correct extension or may not be in a supported format.
  Access Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified file or directory.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues or the drive may not be accessible.
  SAP GUI Settings: The SAP GUI settings may not be configured correctly to access local files.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Path: Verify that the