How To Fix PO805 - Work file cannot be written

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Work file cannot be written

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO805 - Work file cannot be written ?

  The SAP error message PO805, which states "Work file cannot be written," typically occurs when there is an issue with the temporary work files that SAP uses during processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, including file system permissions, disk space issues, or configuration problems.
  Causes of PO805 Error
  
  
  Insufficient Disk Space: The directory where SAP is trying to write the work file may be full or have insufficient space.
  
  
  File System Permissions: The user under which the SAP application server is running may not have the necessary permissions to write to the designated directory.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the work directory in the SAP system may be incorrect or pointing to a non-existent location.
  
  
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or other errors that prevent writing.
  
  
  Temporary Directory Issues: The temporary directory used by SAP for work files may be misconfigured or not accessible.
  
  
  Solutions to PO805 Error
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Verify that there is sufficient disk space on the server where the SAP application is running. Free up space if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user account running the SAP application has the necessary permissions to write to the work directory. You may need to adjust the permissions or change the user account.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the SAP profile parameters related to the work directory. Look for parameters like DIR_EXECUTABLE, DIR_TEMP, and DIR_DATA to ensure they are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Check Temporary Directory:
  
  Verify that the temporary directory specified in the SAP configuration is valid and accessible. You can check this in transaction RZ10 or by reviewing the instance profile.
  
  
  
  File System Health:
  
  Run file system checks to ensure there are no underlying issues with the file system that could be causing write failures.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP Services:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP application server can resolve temporary issues related to file handling.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RZ10 (to check and modify instance profiles) and SM37 (to check job logs) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PO805 error in your SAP system.