How To Fix /PF1/MSG_GUI125 - Logical file name &1 does not exist on the server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_GUI -

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Logical file name &1 does not exist on the server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_GUI125 - Logical file name &1 does not exist on the server ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_GUI125 Logical file name &1 does not exist on the server indicates that the logical file name specified in the error message is not recognized by the SAP system. This can occur for several reasons, and here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Logical File Name: The logical file name specified may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Missing File Definition: The logical file name may not have been defined in the SAP system.
  File Not Assigned to Logical File Name: The logical file name may exist, but the actual file may not be assigned to it.
  Transport Issues: If the logical file name was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Logical File Name:
  
  Verify the logical file name in the error message for any typos or errors.
  Use transaction code FILE to check the logical file name definitions.
  
  
  
  Define the Logical File Name:
  
  If the logical file name does not exist, you can define it using transaction code FILE.
  Go to the "Logical File Names" section and create a new entry if necessary.
  
  
  
  Assign Physical File:
  
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly assigned to a physical file. This can be done in the same FILE transaction by linking the logical file name to the appropriate physical file.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the logical file name was transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been imported correctly and that the configuration is complete.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on logical file names and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FILE: To manage logical file names and their assignments.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary and see if the logical file name is defined.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to logical file names and file handling.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.