How To Fix OIUREP_MMS_2014157 - Error retrieving physical file name from logical file name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUREP_MMS_2014 - PRA Production: MMS-2014 - Message Class

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Error retrieving physical file name from logical file name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUREP_MMS_2014157 - Error retrieving physical file name from logical file name ?

  The SAP error message OIUREP_MMS_2014157 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving the physical file name from a logical file name in the context of the SAP system. This error typically arises in scenarios involving file handling, such as when trying to access or process files in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Logical File Name: The logical file name specified may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Missing Physical File Mapping: There may be no physical file associated with the logical file name in the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the file or the directory where the file is located.
  File System Issues: The physical file may not exist in the expected location, or there may be issues with the file system itself (e.g., permissions, path errors).
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings related to logical and physical file mappings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Logical File Name Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE or FILE-LOGICAL in SAP to check the configuration of the logical file name.
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly defined and mapped to a physical file.
  
  
  
  Verify Physical File Mapping:
  
  Use transaction code FILE to check if the physical file is correctly associated with the logical file name.
  Ensure that the physical file exists in the specified directory.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the file and the directory.
  Check the authorization objects related to file access.
  
  
  
  File System Check:
  
  Verify that the physical file exists in the expected location and that the file system is accessible.
  Check for any file system permissions that may be preventing access.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Review any recent changes made to the configuration that may have affected the logical and physical file mappings.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the configuration is correct.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like FILE, AL11 (to view the file directory), and SU53 (to check authorization issues).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on file handling and logical file names.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.