How To Fix S_ARC_DESTRUCTION053 - Error in 'FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH': missing parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ARC_DESTRUCTION - ILM: Data Destruction Message Class

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Error in 'FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH': missing parameter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION053 - Error in 'FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH': missing parameter ?

  The SAP error message S_ARC_DESTRUCTION053 with the description "Error in 'FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH': missing parameter" typically indicates that there is an issue with a missing parameter in a function or method that is trying to retrieve a file name based on a specified path. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with file handling in ABAP programs or when using certain SAP applications that involve file operations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Parameters: The most common cause is that a required parameter for the function FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH is not being provided. This function typically requires parameters such as the file path and possibly other identifiers.
  Incorrect Function Call: The function might be called incorrectly, leading to the omission of necessary parameters.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to retrieve the file name.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the file or directory specified.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Function Call: Review the code where the function FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH is called. Ensure that all required parameters are being passed correctly.
  
  Example: If the function requires a file path, ensure that it is not null or empty.
  
  
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the parameters are being set. This can help pinpoint the exact location where the parameter is missing.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the function FILE_GET_NAME_USING_PATH to understand the required parameters and their expected formats.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to access the file system and the specific path being referenced.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch such issues and provide meaningful messages or fallback mechanisms.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on file handling functions in ABAP.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.