How To Fix RSAR171 - Error when reading control file & (type &)

RSAR171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Error when reading control file & (type &)

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when reading control file &V1& from data source &V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you have reading authorization for the file entered and
whether the file exists. Where necessary change the file name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR171 - Error when reading control file & (type &) ?

  The SAP error message RSAR171 typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when dealing with the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error indicates that there is an issue with reading the control file associated with the data transfer process.
  Cause of RSAR171 Error
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  File Not Found: The control file specified in the process does not exist in the expected directory.
  File Permissions: The user or process attempting to read the control file does not have the necessary permissions to access it.
  File Format Issues: The control file may be corrupted or not in the expected format, leading to read errors.
  Incorrect Path: The path specified for the control file may be incorrect or misconfigured in the settings.
  Network Issues: If the control file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues preventing access.
  
  Solution to RSAR171 Error
  To resolve the