How To Fix GU951 - Check the storage capacity of the specified export file

GU951 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 951

• Message text: Check the storage capacity of the specified export file

What causes this issue?

You have entered your own export file for the temporary storage of the
transaction data.

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?

Before starting the conversion, you should make sure that there is
enough storage capacity on the export file you entered (function:
Estimate resources).
If the storage space does not suffice during the conversion, the system
cancels processing. In this case, you must restart the conversion.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU951 - Check the storage capacity of the specified export file ?

  The SAP error message GU951, which states "Check the storage capacity of the specified export file," typically occurs during the export of data from SAP systems, particularly when the system is trying to create an export file that exceeds the available storage capacity. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Disk Space: The most common cause of this error is that the disk space on the server where the export file is being created is insufficient.
  File Size Limitations: Some file systems have limitations on the maximum file size that can be created. If the export file exceeds this limit, the error may occur.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that limit the size of export files or the amount of data that can be exported at one time.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Verify the available disk space on the server where the export file is