How To Fix DBOSC283 - Error while opening file '&1'; rc=&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 283

• Message text: Error while opening file '&1'; rc=&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC283 - Error while opening file '&1'; rc=&2 ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC283 indicates that there was an error while trying to open a file, with the specific details provided in the message. The placeholders &1 and &2 represent the filename and the return code, respectively. 
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file does not exist in the expected directory.
  Permission Issues: The user or the SAP system does not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Locking: The file might be locked by another process, preventing it from being opened.
  Path Issues: The path to the file may be incorrect or improperly configured in the SAP system.
  Disk Space: There may be insufficient disk space on the server where the file is located.
  File System Issues: There could be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or hardware failures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DBOSC283 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check File Existence: Verify that the file specified in the error message actually exists in the expected location.
  Verify Permissions: Ensure that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to read/write the file. You may need to adjust file permissions or ownership.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if another process is using the file. You can use system tools to check for file locks.
  Validate Path: Confirm that the path to the file is correctly configured in the SAP system. You can check the configuration settings in transaction codes like AL11 (for file directories) or RZ10 (for profile parameters).
  Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the server. If the disk is full, you may need to free up space.
  File System Health: Run diagnostics on the file system to check for any issues that may be affecting file access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this error.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AL11 for file directories, SM37 for job monitoring, and ST22 for dumps, which may help in diagnosing the issue further.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.