How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060044 - Logical file '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060 -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Logical file '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060044 - Logical file '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060044 indicates that a logical file specified in the LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) process does not exist. This error typically arises when the system is unable to locate the logical file that is referenced in the LSMW project.
  Cause:
  
  Logical File Not Defined: The logical file name specified in the LSMW project has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Logical File Name: There may be a typo or incorrect logical file name specified in the LSMW project.
  File Path Issues: The physical file associated with the logical file may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the specified path.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE (or FILE in the SAP GUI) to check if the logical file is defined.
  Ensure that the logical file name used in the LSMW project matches the one defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define the Logical File:
  
  If the logical file does not exist, you can create it by going to transaction FILE and defining the logical file with the appropriate parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Ensure that the physical file path associated with the logical file is correct and that the file exists in that location.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the logical file name in the LSMW project for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the LSMW has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  
  
  
  Re-run LSMW:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, re-run the LSMW process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  LSMW: Access the Legacy System Migration Workbench.
  FILE: Manage logical file definitions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for LSMW and logical file handling for more detailed information on how to set up and manage logical files.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to LSMW and logical file handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060044 and successfully execute your LSMW project.