How To Fix RSRD249 - Specify a file name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Specify a file name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD249 - Specify a file name ?

  The SAP error message RSRD249, which states "Specify a file name," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) or SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when a user is trying to export data or save a report but has not provided a valid file name for the output.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing File Name: The user did not enter a file name in the dialog box when prompted to save or export a report.
  Invalid Characters: The file name may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in file names.
  File Path Issues: The specified path for saving the file may not be accessible or valid.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRD249 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Valid File Name:
  
  When prompted, ensure that you enter a valid file name without any special characters (e.g., / \ : * ? " < > |).
  Make sure to include the appropriate file extension (e.g., .xls, .csv, .txt) based on the format you want to save the file in.
  
  
  
  Check File Path:
  
  Ensure that the directory where you are trying to save the file exists and is accessible.
  If you are using a network path, make sure that the network drive is connected and accessible.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Default Locations:
  
  If possible, try saving the file to a default location (like your desktop) to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Restart the Application:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the SAP application can resolve temporary glitches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on exporting reports and handling file operations in SAP BI/BW.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSRD249 error and successfully export or save your report.