How To Fix PS001 - Source file could not be opened

PS001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PS - SAP Electronic Parcel Service

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Source file could not be opened

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when opening the source file for reading.
File name: <LS>&V2&</>
Directory: <LS>&V3&</>
Error code: <LS>&V1&</> <LS>&V4&</>
Definition of the error codes:
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_03>03</> RFC system failure
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_04>04</> RFC communication failure
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_11>11</> invalid EPS subdirectory
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_12>12</> sapgparam failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_13>13</> build directory failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_14>14</> no authorization
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_15>15</> build path failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_16>16</> open failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_17>17</> read directory failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_18>18</> read attributes failed

System Response

Transmission was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Eliminate the cause of the error and restart the transmission.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PS001 - Source file could not be opened ?

  The SAP error message PS001, which states "Source file could not be opened," typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing a file that is required for a process in SAP. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during data uploads, file imports, or when executing certain programs that rely on external files.
  Causes of PS001 Error
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist at the specified location.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues or the network path may not be accessible.
  File Format: The file may not be in the expected format or may be corrupted.
  SAP Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent it from accessing external files.
  
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