How To Fix GD218 - No file could be determined from &1. Termination of EDT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GD - EDT: External data transfer

• Message number: 218

• Message text: No file could be determined from &1. Termination of EDT

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to determine an output file.

System Response

An output file is used with each transfer. This is determined from the
logical output file, or the physical output file is used directly. No
files can be described on the local presentation server.
The transfer run is terminated. No records were processed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GD218 - No file could be determined from &1. Termination of EDT ?

  The SAP error message GD218 "No file could be determined from &1. Termination of EDT" typically occurs in the context of the Electronic Data Transfer (EDT) process. This error indicates that the system was unable to identify or locate a file that is necessary for the EDT process to proceed.
  Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the expected location.
  File Naming Issues: The file name may not match the expected naming conventions or patterns defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary permissions to access the file or directory.
  Configuration Issues: The EDT configuration settings may not be properly set up, leading to the inability to locate the file.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or bugs that are preventing the file from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Path: Check the file path specified in the EDT configuration to ensure it is correct and that the file exists in that location.
  Check File Name: Ensure that the file name adheres to the expected format and naming conventions.
  Review Authorizations: Confirm that the user or process has the necessary permissions to access the file and directory.
  Check EDT Configuration: Review the EDT configuration settings in SAP to ensure they are correctly set up. This may involve checking transaction codes related to EDT configuration.
  Consult Logs: Look at the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Test with Sample Files: If possible, test the process with a known good file to see if the issue persists.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EDT or WE20 (for partner profiles) that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Electronic Data Transfer for any specific requirements or configurations that may be relevant.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GD218 error and implement a solution to resolve it.