How To Fix ICM003 - File &1 read (&2 lines)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICM - Messages for ICM Monitor

• Message number: 003

• Message text: File &1 read (&2 lines)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICM003 - File &1 read (&2 lines) ?

  The SAP error message ICM003 typically indicates an issue with the Internet Communication Manager (ICM) related to reading a file. The message format is as follows:
  ICM003 File &1 read (&2 lines)
  Where:
  
  &1 represents the name of the file that the ICM is trying to read.
  &2 indicates the number of lines that were read from the file.
  
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file does not exist in the expected directory.
  File Permissions: The user under which the SAP system is running does not have the necessary permissions to read the file.
  File Format Issues: The file may be corrupted or not in the expected format, leading to read errors.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ICM settings or the path to the file.
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources, causing issues when trying to read files.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the ICM003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check File Existence:
  
  Verify that the file specified in the error message exists in the expected directory.
  
  
  
  Check File Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system user has the necessary read permissions for the file. You can check and modify permissions using operating system commands (e.g., chmod on Unix/Linux).
  
  
  
  Validate File Format:
  
  Open the file to ensure it is not corrupted and is in the correct format expected by the ICM.
  
  
  
  Review ICM Configuration:
  
  Check the ICM configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the paths and parameters are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Check System Resources:
  
  Monitor system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) to ensure that the system is not under heavy load or running out of resources.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the ICM logs and other relevant logs (such as the developer trace files) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart ICM:
  
  If the issue persists, consider restarting the ICM or the entire SAP system to clear any temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to ICM and the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ICM for detailed configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and assistance from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.