How To Fix J4155 - Logical output file: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J4 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Logical output file: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J4155 - Logical output file: & ?

  The SAP error message J4155, which states "Logical output file: &", typically occurs in the context of output management in SAP, particularly when dealing with output types and their associated logical file names. This error can arise when the system is unable to find or access the specified logical file for output processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical File Definition: The logical file name specified in the output configuration may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The output type may be incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the output type and the logical file.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the logical file definition may not have been included in the transport.
  File System Issues: The physical file associated with the logical file may not exist or may not be accessible due to file system permissions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE (or AL11 for file directory) to check if the logical file is defined correctly.
  Use transaction FILE to verify the logical file name and ensure it is correctly mapped to a physical file.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the output type configuration in transaction NACE (for output types) or SPRO (for customizing).
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly assigned to the output type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file and the associated output type.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that the logical file definition was included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any issues during the transport.
  
  
  
  File System Permissions:
  
  Verify that the physical file exists in the specified directory and that the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output processing again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  FILE: Logical File Definitions
  AL11: Display File Directory
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output management and logical file handling.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.