How To Fix RSL_UI098 - Unknown error occurred while reading file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Unknown error occurred while reading file &1

What causes this issue?

To read Microsoft Excel files, the system uses a function that creates a
content-based HTML file. This function was aborted while converting the
&V1& file and an error was displayed.

System Response

The system cannot continue processing.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

File &V1& could not be read. Operation was aborted with error code &V2&
(function module: TREX_EXT_GET_DOC_CONTENT).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI098 - Unknown error occurred while reading file &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI098, which states "Unknown error occurred while reading file &1," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing or reading a specific file in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and here are some common reasons, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file may not exist in the expected directory.
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or in an unsupported format.
  Path Issues: The file path may be incorrectly specified or may contain invalid characters.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues.
  SAP Configuration: There may be configuration issues within the SAP system that prevent file access.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the file specified in the error message actually exists in the expected location.
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to read the file. This may involve checking file system permissions or SAP authorization settings.
  Inspect File Integrity: Open the file manually to check if it is corrupted or in an unsupported format. If it is corrupted, you may need to restore it from a backup.
  Correct File Path: Double-check the file path for any typos or invalid characters. Ensure that the path is correctly formatted.
  Network Connectivity: If the file is on a network drive, ensure that the network connection is stable and that the drive is accessible.
  Review SAP Configuration: Check the SAP configuration settings related to file handling and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Check Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like AL11 (to check file directories) or SLG1 (to view application logs) for further investigation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for file handling and error messages for more insights into the error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.