How To Fix GD155 - Logical output file: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Logical output file: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD155 - Logical output file: &1 ?

  The SAP error message GD155, which states "Logical output file: &1," typically occurs in the context of output management in SAP, particularly when dealing with output types and their associated logical file names. This error can arise when the system cannot find or access the specified logical output file.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical File Definition: The logical file name specified in the output configuration may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type may be incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the output type and the logical file.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system where the logical file is supposed to be stored or accessed.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE or AL11 to check if the logical file is defined and accessible.
  Ensure that the logical file name specified in the error message exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code NACE to check the configuration of the output type associated with the error.
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly assigned to the output type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review File System:
  
  If the logical file is supposed to point to a physical file, ensure that the file system is correctly set up and that the file is accessible.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary configurations were transported correctly and that the logical file definitions are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE (Output Types Configuration)
  FILE (Logical File Names)
  AL11 (Display SAP directories)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on output management and logical file handling for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GD155 error and implement a suitable solution.