How To Fix PS206 - File &1 cannot be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PS - SAP Electronic Parcel Service

• Message number: 206

• Message text: File &1 cannot be read

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when trying to read the parcel attributes from a
file. The parcel attributes could not be completely read from file
'&V2&' in directory '&V3&'.

System Response

Processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

File '&V2&' is likely to be incomplete. Use report RSEPSDOL to
re-generate this file.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PS206 - File &1 cannot be read ?

  The SAP error message PS206 "File &1 cannot be read" typically indicates that the system is unable to access or read a specified file. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to upload a file, read a configuration file, or access a data file.
  Causes:
  
  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 read the file.
  File Format: The file may be in an unsupported format or corrupted.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues.
  SAP Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in SAP that prevent file access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Path: Check the file path specified in the error message to ensure it is correct and that the file exists at that location.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or the SAP system has the necessary permissions to access the file. This may involve checking file system permissions or network share permissions.
  File Format: Confirm that the file is in the correct format and is not corrupted. Try opening the file with a compatible application to verify its integrity.
  Network Connectivity: If the file is on a network drive, check the network connection and ensure that the drive is accessible.
  SAP Configuration: Review the relevant SAP configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly for file access.
  Check Logs: Look at the SAP application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand file handling requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PS206 error in SAP.