Message type: E = Error
Message class: SACF - Error messages
Message number: 258
Message text: Overwrite file &1 in directory &2?
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SACF258
- Overwrite file &1 in directory &2? ?The SAP error message SACF258, which states "Overwrite file &1 in directory &2?", typically occurs when you are trying to save a file in a directory where a file with the same name already exists. This is a common scenario in various SAP applications, especially when dealing with file uploads or exports.
Cause: The error is triggered because the system is attempting to create or save a file that has the same name as an existing file in the specified directory. SAP is prompting you to confirm whether you want to overwrite the existing file.
Solution: To resolve this error, you have a few options: Overwrite the Existing File: If you want to replace the existing file, you can confirm the overwrite action when prompted. This will replace the old file with the new one. Rename the New File: If you do not want to overwrite the existing file, you can choose to rename the new file before
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