How To Fix F0229 - Error when writing to TemSe

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Error when writing to TemSe

What causes this issue?

An error occurred as data was being written to the file.

How to fix this error?

Restart the program. If the problem proves to be more than just a
temporary one, check whether the file was able to accept data at all
(i.e. did it still have some space for data?). If this method does not
help, inform the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0229 - Error when writing to TemSe ?

  The SAP error message F0229, which indicates "Error when writing to TemSe," typically occurs when there is an issue with the temporary storage (TemSe) in the SAP system. TemSe is used for storing temporary data, such as spool requests, background jobs, and other transient data.
  Causes of F0229 Error
  
  
  Disk Space Issues: The most common cause is insufficient disk space on the server where the TemSe files are stored. If the disk is full, the system cannot write new entries.
  
  
  File System Permissions: There may be permission issues preventing the SAP system from writing to the TemSe directory.
  
  
  Corrupted TemSe Files: Sometimes, the TemSe files can become corrupted, leading to write errors.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings for the TemSe directory in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Database Issues: If the underlying database has issues (e.g., locks, corruption), it may prevent writing to TemSe.
  
  
  Solutions to F0229 Error
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Verify the available disk space on the server where the TemSe files are stored. Free up space if necessary by deleting unnecessary files or increasing disk capacity.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to write to the TemSe directory. You may need to adjust file system permissions.
  
  
  
  TemSe Administration:
  
  Use transaction code SP01 to check for any existing spool requests or temporary files that can be deleted.
  You can also use transaction SARA to archive old data if applicable.
  
  
  
  TemSe Directory Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the TemSe directory using transaction RZ10 or RZ11. Ensure that the parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Perform a database check to ensure there are no locks or corruption issues. You may need to consult your database administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the SAP application server can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  TemSe Management: You can manage TemSe using transaction SP01 for spool requests and SP02 for managing TemSe entries.
  Monitoring: Regularly monitor the disk space and performance of the TemSe to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on TemSe management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.