How To Fix HRPADNO_UTIL018 - SECURITY: File (&1) cannot be saved on appl. server without logical name!

HRPADNO_UTIL018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_UTIL - Messages for Norwegian HR - util

• Message number: 018

• Message text: SECURITY: File (&1) cannot be saved on appl. server without logical name!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_UTIL018 - SECURITY: File (&1) cannot be saved on appl. server without logical name! ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_UTIL018 indicates that there is an issue with saving a file to the application server due to the absence of a logical file name. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) applications when trying to generate or save files related to payroll or personnel data.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The system is attempting to save a file to the application server, but the logical file name required for the operation is not defined or is missing.
  The logical file name is necessary for the system to determine the correct path and filename for saving the file on the application server.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Logical File Name:
  
  Go to transaction FILE (or use transaction FILE -> Define Logical File Names).
  Check if the logical file name that is being referenced in your program or configuration is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will