How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON_CSV125 - Writing to file '&1' on application server failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MON_CSV - [OBSOLETE] ILM Store: CSV Output Messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Writing to file '&1' on application server failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV125 - Writing to file '&1' on application server failed ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV125 indicates that there was a failure when attempting to write to a file on the application server. This error is typically related to the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) functionality in SAP, which is used for managing data retention and archiving.
  Causes:
  
  File System Permissions: The user under which the SAP application server is running may not have the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory or file.
  Disk Space Issues: The application server may be running out of disk space, preventing any new files from being created or written to.
  Invalid File Path: The specified file path may be incorrect or the directory may not exist.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process, preventing the SAP application from writing to it.
  Network Issues: If the file is being written to a network location, there may be network connectivity issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user account running the SAP application server has the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory. You may need to adjust the permissions or change the user account.
  Check Disk Space: Verify that there is sufficient disk space on the application server. If the disk is full, you will need to free up space or increase the disk capacity.
  Verify File Path: Double-check the file path specified in the configuration. Ensure that the directory exists and is correctly specified.
  Check for File Locks: Investigate if the file is being used by another process. You may need to close the application that is using the file or restart the server.
  Network Connectivity: If applicable, check the network connection to ensure that there are no issues preventing access to the file location.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to ILM and file writing issues for any specific patches or updates that may address this error.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like AL11 to check the file system and SM37 to monitor background jobs that may be related to the error.
  Logs: Review the application server logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the failure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.