How To Fix RSAR_FILE001 - File does not exist and cannot be opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR_FILE - Messages: File and Currency Upload

• Message number: 001

• Message text: File does not exist and cannot be opened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR_FILE001 - File does not exist and cannot be opened ?

  The SAP error message RSAR_FILE001: File does not exist and cannot be opened typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system is trying to access a file that is either missing or cannot be accessed due to permission issues or incorrect file paths. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file does not exist in the expected directory.
  Incorrect File Path: The path to the file may be incorrectly specified in the configuration.
  Permission Issues: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system, such as disk errors or network issues if the file is on a network drive.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format or may be corrupted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify File Existence:
  
  Check the specified directory to ensure that the file actually exists.
  If the file is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Check File Path:
  
  Review the configuration settings in SAP BW to ensure that the file path is correct.
  Make sure that the path is absolute and correctly formatted.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system user has the necessary permissions to read the file.
  If the file is on a network drive, check the network permissions as well.
  
  
  
  File System Health:
  
  Check the health of the file system where the file is stored. Look for any disk errors or issues that may prevent access to the file.
  
  
  
  File Format:
  
  Ensure that the file is in the correct format expected by the SAP process. If the file is corrupted, you may need to replace it with a valid version.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data flow and settings related to the file.
  Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific details on file handling and data loading processes in BW.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.