How To Fix PS012 - Could not create file list

PS012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PS - SAP Electronic Parcel Service

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Could not create file list

What causes this issue?

A list of the required files could not be created as an error occurred.
Directory: <LS>&V2&</>
File mask: <LS>&V3&</>
Error code: <LS>&V1&</> <LS>&V4&</>
Definition of 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_17>17</> read directory failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_18>18</> read attributes failed
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_22>22</> too many read errors
<DS:TX.BC_EPS_FTP_ERROR_23>23</> empty directory list

System Response

The operation was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Eliminate the cause of the error and repeat the operation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PS012 - Could not create file list ?

  The SAP error message PS012, which states "Could not create file list," typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or during the execution of certain programs that require file handling. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File System Permissions: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to create or access files in the specified directory.
  Disk Space Issues: The disk where the files are being created may be full, preventing new files from being created.
  Path Issues: The specified path for file creation may be incorrect or may not exist.
  SAP Kernel Issues: There may be issues with the SAP kernel or the specific program being executed.
  Temporary Files: Problems with temporary files or directories that SAP uses during processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary permissions to create files