How To Fix GC027 - Error during opening of file &

GC027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Error during opening of file &

What causes this issue?

The dataset for the periodic extract could not be opened.

How to fix this error?

Please check the directory name.

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GC027 - Details

• The SAP error message GC027, which states "Error during opening of file &," typically occurs when there is an issue with file handling in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to read or write files in the application server or when accessing files on the client machine.
  Causes of GC027 Error
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist at the specified location.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  Disk Space: There may be insufficient disk space on the server where the file is located.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, network connectivity issues may prevent access.
  Incorrect File Format: The file format may not be compatible with the operation