How To Fix HRPAYFR_N4DS062 - &1 File in &2 location cannot be opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_N4DS - Declarations in N4DS format

• Message number: 062

• Message text: &1 File in &2 location cannot be opened

What causes this issue?

You cannot open the file that you want to consult: the file has been
deleted or your authorizations are not sufficient.

System Response

The system returns an error message.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 HRPAYFR_N4DS062 - &1 File in &2 location cannot be opened ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS062 indicates that a specific file cannot be opened, which is typically related to payroll processing in the SAP HR module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Locking: The file might be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues.
  File Format: The file may be in an unsupported format or corrupted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Check the file path specified in the error message to ensure it is correct.
  Confirm that the file exists in the specified location.
  
  
  
  Check File Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or the SAP system has the necessary read/write permissions for the file.
  Adjust permissions if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for File Locks:
  
  Investigate if the file is being used by another process or user.
  If it is locked, wait for the other process to complete or terminate it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the file is on a network drive, check the network connection and ensure that the drive is accessible.
  Test access to the file from the server or client where SAP is running.
  
  
  
  File Format and Integrity:
  
  Ensure that the file is in the correct format expected by the SAP system.
  Check the file for corruption and replace it if necessary.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP may have provided patches or updates that address this issue.
  If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any related background jobs or reports that may be causing the issue.
  Logs: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific payroll process you are working with, as it may provide insights into file handling and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.