How To Fix /SAPCE/FK_REP218 - File &1 not found in folder &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/FK_REP -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: File &1 not found in folder &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP218 - File &1 not found in folder &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/FK_REP218 File &1 not found in folder &2 typically indicates that a specific file required for a process or report is missing from the designated directory. This error is often encountered in the context of financial reporting or data extraction processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  File Not Created: The file that the system is trying to access may not have been generated or created due to a previous error in the process.
  Incorrect Path: The folder path specified in the error message may be incorrect or may have changed.
  File Deletion: The file may have been deleted or moved from the specified directory.
  Permissions Issue: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the folder or the file.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the file from being generated or accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Generation: Verify if the file is supposed to be generated by the system. If not, investigate the preceding steps to ensure that the file creation process is functioning correctly.
  Verify Path: Check the folder path specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and that the folder exists.
  File Existence: Manually check the specified folder to see if the file exists. If it does not, determine why it was not created or if it was moved or deleted.
  Permissions: Ensure that the SAP user has the necessary permissions to access the folder and the file. This may involve checking operating system-level permissions as well.
  Re-run the Process: If the file is missing due to a previous error, try re-running the process that generates the file.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or process to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check logs or configurations (e.g., SLG1 for application logs).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings that may provide more context about why the file is missing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.