How To Fix KY438 - The list was saved in file &1 of application server &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 438

• Message text: The list was saved in file &1 of application server &2

What causes this issue?

The list was writen in a text file on the application server.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY438 - The list was saved in file &1 of application server &2 ?

  The SAP error message KY438 indicates that a list generated in the SAP system has been saved to a file on the application server. This message is typically informational rather than an error, and it is often encountered when a report or transaction generates a large output that is saved to a file for later retrieval or processing.
  Cause:
  
  The message is triggered when a report or transaction generates a list that exceeds the display limits of the SAP GUI or when the output is intentionally directed to a file for performance reasons.
  The file is saved on the application server, which means that the output is not directly visible in the SAP GUI but can be accessed later.
  
  Solution:
  
  Access the File: To retrieve the saved file, you can use transaction code AL11 in SAP. This transaction allows you to view the directories on the application server and locate the file that was saved.
  Check Output Options: If you want to avoid this message in the future, check the output options of the report or transaction you are running. You may be able to adjust settings to display the output directly in the SAP GUI instead of saving it to a file.
  File Management: If you have access to the application server, you can also manage the files saved there, including deleting old files or moving them to a different location for better organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like AL11 (to view files on the application server) and SM37 (to check job logs if the report was run as a background job).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific reports or transactions to understand their output handling better.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the application server and view or manage files.
  
  If you encounter this message frequently and it disrupts your workflow, consider discussing it with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to explore potential adjustments to the system configuration or report settings.