How To Fix GC026 - Download cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Download cancelled

What causes this issue?

The PC download for consolidation was started on a UNIX workstation and
was cancelled by the user.

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?

The download must be run on the PC in order to directly write the data
for the PC data entry for consolidation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC026 - Download cancelled ?

  The SAP error message GC026, which states "Download cancelled," typically occurs when a user attempts to download data from SAP to a local file (such as a spreadsheet or text file), and the download process is interrupted or aborted. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error GC026
  
  User Interruption: The user may have manually canceled the download process.
  Network Issues: A temporary network failure or instability can interrupt the download.
  Session Timeout: If the SAP session times out during the download, it can lead to this error.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the download.
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be invalid or inaccessible.
  SAP GUI Issues: Problems with the SAP GUI or its configuration can also lead to download issues.
  Large Data Volume: Attempting to download a very large dataset may cause the process to fail.
  
  Solutions to Error GC026
  
  Retry the Download: If the error was due to a temporary issue, simply retrying the download may resolve the problem.
  Check Network Connection: Ensure that your network connection is stable and that there are no interruptions.
  Increase Session Timeout: If session timeouts are frequent, consider increasing the timeout settings in SAP.
  Verify Permissions: Check that you have the necessary permissions to download data from the SAP system.
  Check File Path: Ensure that the file path you are trying to save to is valid and that you have write access to that location.
  Use Smaller Data Sets: If you are trying to download a large dataset, consider breaking it into smaller chunks.
  Update SAP GUI: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP GUI, as updates may fix bugs related to downloads.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this issue.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on downloading data and handling errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Administrator: If the problem persists, it may be beneficial to contact your system administrator or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GC026 error and implement a suitable solution.