How To Fix FR239 - Name of the OS/2 or DOS files should have the format INMMYY

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Name of the OS/2 or DOS files should have the format INMMYY

What causes this issue?

The Spanish customs authorities prescribe that the name of the
file on disk corresponds to the form INMMYY, whereby you have to
replace MM by the month under review and YY by the last two digits
of the year to be reported.
Thus, the file would be called IN0193 for the report for January
1993.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR239 - Name of the OS/2 or DOS files should have the format INMMYY ?

  The SAP error message FR239 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of the OS/2 or DOS files being used in the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the name of the files should follow the format INMMYY, where:
  
  IN is a fixed prefix.
  MM represents the two-digit month.
  YY represents the two-digit year.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  The file name does not conform to the required format (e.g., it may be missing the prefix, or the month/year components are not in the correct format).
  The file may have been incorrectly named or saved with an invalid name that does not match the expected pattern.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FR239 error, you should:
  
  Check the File Name: Ensure that the file name adheres to the INMMYY format. For example, if you are working with files for March 2023, the file name should be IN0323.
  Rename the File: If the file name is incorrect, rename it to match the required format.
  Verify File Path: Ensure that the file is located in the correct directory where the SAP system expects to find it.
  Check for Typos: Look for any typographical errors in the file name that could cause it to be misinterpreted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to file handling and naming conventions for your specific SAP module or version.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the file names conform to the specified format, you should be able to resolve the FR239 error and continue with your SAP operations.