How To Fix HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS518 - Wrong file name or path. Check customizing of logical file name &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS - HR-RU: message class for common process of HR RU reports

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Wrong file name or path. Check customizing of logical file name &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS518 - Wrong file name or path. Check customizing of logical file name &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRU_COMMON_REPS518 indicates that there is an issue with the logical file name or the path specified for a file in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when the system cannot locate the file due to an incorrect file name or path configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Logical File Name: The logical file name specified in the program or configuration does not match the one defined in the SAP system.
  File Path Issues: The physical path associated with the logical file name may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the file or directory.
  Customizing Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the customizing settings for the logical file name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Name Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE or FILE_PATH in SAP.
  Verify that the logical file name used in the program matches the one defined in the system.
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly mapped to a physical file path.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Check the physical file path associated with the logical file name.
  Ensure that the file exists in the specified location and that the path is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to access the file and the directory.
  You can check user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:
  
  If you have access to customizing, navigate to the relevant customizing settings for the logical file name.
  Ensure that all settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, test the configuration by executing the program again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FILE or FILE_PATH for checking logical file names.
  SU01 for user authorization checks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to file handling and logical file names for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.