How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_EXC034 - Storage medium is full; file &1 cannot be written

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_EXC -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Storage medium is full; file &1 cannot be written

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_EXC034 - Storage medium is full; file &1 cannot be written ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_EXC034 Storage medium is full; file &1 cannot be written indicates that the storage medium (such as a disk or file system) where SAP is trying to write a file is full. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when exporting data, generating reports, or writing logs.
  Cause:
  
  Disk Space Exhaustion: The most common cause is that the disk or file system where the SAP application is trying to write data has run out of available space.
  File System Quotas: There may be quotas set on the file system that limit the amount of space that can be used by the SAP application.
  Temporary Files: Temporary files created during processing may not have been cleaned up, leading to a buildup of data that consumes available space.
  Large Data Exports: Attempting to export or generate large datasets can quickly fill up available storage.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Free Up Disk Space:
  
  Check the disk usage on the server where SAP is installed. You can use commands like df -h (on Unix/Linux) or check properties in Windows to see how much space is available.
  Delete unnecessary files or move them to another storage medium. This can include old logs, backups, or temporary files.
  If applicable, archive old data that is no longer needed in the active database.
  
  
  
  Increase Disk Space:
  
  If possible, increase the size of the disk or add additional storage to the server.
  Consider using external storage solutions if the internal storage is limited.
  
  
  
  Check File System Quotas:
  
  If quotas are in place, review and adjust them as necessary to allow more space for the SAP application.
  
  
  
  Review Temporary Files:
  
  Regularly clean up temporary files and ensure that processes that generate temporary files are configured to delete them after use.
  
  
  
  Monitor Disk Usage:
  
  Implement monitoring tools to keep track of disk usage and set up alerts for when space is running low.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  SAP Basis Team: If you are not the SAP Basis administrator, it may be necessary to involve them to address storage issues effectively.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the storage issue, you should be able to resolve the error and allow SAP to write the necessary files again.