How To Fix CY164 - The entered PC file name for the detailed cap. list is not correct

CY164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CY - Capacity Requirements Planning

• Message number: 164

• Message text: The entered PC file name for the detailed cap. list is not correct

What causes this issue?

In the MS-EXCEL option setting window, you can enter the name of a file
to which the capacity detail data is to be written to your PC. The
name of the file must correspond to the conventions specified for the
operating system of your PC. This is however not the case.

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 your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CY164 - The entered PC file name for the detailed cap. list is not correct ?

  The SAP error message CY164 indicates that there is an issue with the entered PC (Product Costing) file name for the detailed capacity list. This error typically arises when the system cannot find or access the specified file, or if the file name does not conform to the expected format or naming conventions.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect File Name: The file name entered may contain typos or may not match the actual file name in the system.
  File Not Found: The specified file may not exist in the expected directory or location.
  Access Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the correct format or structure that SAP expects.
  Path Issues: The path to the file may be incorrect or not properly specified.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Name: Double-check the file name for any typos or errors. Ensure that it matches exactly with the file in the