How To Fix LXE_TD_DOWNLOAD004 - Directory browser could not be started (exception: &1)

LXE_TD_DOWNLOAD004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LXE_TD_DOWNLOAD - Messages for Batch Download of Translated Texts for TM

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Directory browser could not be started (exception: &1)

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LXE_TD_DOWNLOAD004 - Details

• The SAP error message LXE_TD_DOWNLOAD004 indicates that the directory browser could not be started due to an exception. This error typically occurs when trying to download or upload files in the SAP system, particularly when using the transaction for file handling.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The directory browser may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could be due to missing parameters or incorrect settings in the system configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the directory browser or the file system.
  Network Issues: If the directory browser relies on network resources, any network issues could prevent it from starting.
  SAP GUI Issues: Problems with the SAP GUI installation or configuration on the client machine can also lead to this error.
  File System Permissions: The underlying file system may have permission issues that prevent the directory browser from accessing the required directories.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the directory