How To Fix RSAR181 - Error when reading data file & (origin &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Error when reading data file & (origin &)

What causes this issue?

File &V1& (origin &V2&) could not be opened.
Origin:
<zh>A</> : Application server
<zh>C</> : Client workstation

How to fix this error?

Check whether the file entered exists and is not been used by other
applications.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR181 - Error when reading data file & (origin &) ?

  The SAP error message RSAR181 typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services. This error indicates that there is an issue with reading a data file, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of RSAR181 Error
  
  File Not Found: The specified data file may not exist at the given path.
  File Permissions: The user or process attempting to read the file may not have the necessary permissions to access it.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format or may be corrupted.
  Incorrect Path: The path specified for the data file may be incorrect or improperly formatted.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process, preventing it from being read.
  
  Solutions to RSAR181 Error
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the data file exists at the specified location. Ensure that the file name and path are correct.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account running the SAP process has the necessary permissions to read the file.
  Validate File Format: Confirm that the file is in the correct format expected by SAP. If the file is supposed to be a CSV, for example, ensure it adheres to the CSV format.
  Correct Path: Double-check the path provided in the configuration. Ensure it is correctly formatted and points to the right directory.
  Network Connectivity: If the file is on a network drive, ensure that the network connection is stable and that the drive is accessible.
  File Status: Check if the file is being used by another process. If so, wait for that process to complete or terminate it if appropriate.
  Log Files: Review SAP logs for additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSAR181 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSC1 (DataSource Maintenance) for troubleshooting data extraction issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data extraction and loading processes for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.