How To Fix EI469 - Insert a new diskette in the drive

EI469 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Insert a new diskette in the drive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI469 - Insert a new diskette in the drive ?

  The SAP error message EI469, which states "Insert a new diskette in the drive," typically occurs in the context of SAP systems when the system is trying to access a diskette drive (floppy drive) that is either not present or not functioning properly. This error is often seen in older systems or in specific configurations where the system is trying to read from a floppy disk.
  Causes:
  
  Floppy Drive Configuration: The system may be configured to look for a floppy disk drive that is not present on the machine.
  Legacy Systems: The error may arise in legacy systems that still reference floppy drives, even if they are not in use.
  Incorrect Device Settings: The device settings in the operating system or SAP configuration may be pointing to a non-existent or incorrect drive.
  Virtual Machines: If running SAP on a virtual machine, the virtual floppy drive may not be configured correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the SAP system configuration