How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_DIS266 - Enter a valid file name

/ISDFPS/PM_DIS266 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_DIS -

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Enter a valid file name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS266 - Enter a valid file name ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_DIS266 Enter a valid file name typically occurs in the context of the SAP Discrete Industries and Manufacturing (DIS) module, particularly when dealing with file uploads or downloads. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid file name input, but the provided name does not meet the required criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The file name may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in the file naming conventions.
  Empty Input: The input field for the file name may be left empty, which is not acceptable.
  File Name Length: The file name may exceed the maximum length allowed by the system.
  File Path Issues: If the file name is part of a path, the path may be incorrect or inaccessible.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or restrictions in the SAP system that limit the types of file names that can be used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Invalid Characters: Ensure that the file