How To Fix SCTC_SC171 - Disc Space Capacity is sufficient for PCA Export

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTC_SC - CTC System Copy

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Disc Space Capacity is sufficient for PCA Export

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTC_SC171 - Disc Space Capacity is sufficient for PCA Export ?

  The SAP error message SCTC_SC171 indicates that there is a problem related to disk space capacity during a PCA (Process Chain Automation) export. This message typically suggests that while the system has sufficient disk space, there may be other underlying issues preventing the export from proceeding.
  Cause:
  
  Disk Space Misreporting: Sometimes, the system may report sufficient disk space, but there could be issues with how the space is being calculated or reported.
  File System Permissions: The user or process attempting the export may not have the necessary permissions to write to the designated directory, even if there is enough space.
  Temporary Files: The system may require additional temporary space for processing the export, which may not be available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the PCA or the underlying database that are causing the export to fail.
  System Limits: There may be limits set on the size of files that can be created or exported, which could be reached even if the overall disk space is sufficient.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Disk Space: Verify the actual disk space available on the server using system commands (like df -h on Unix/Linux) to ensure that there is indeed enough space.
  Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account running the PCA export has the necessary permissions to write to the target directory.
  Temporary Space: Check if there is enough temporary space available on the system. You may need to clear out old temporary files or increase the size of the temporary storage.
  Review Configuration: Look into the PCA configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking any parameters related to file size limits or export settings.
  Logs and Traces: Review the SAP logs and traces for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context on why the export is failing.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for PCA and related components for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools to keep track of disk space usage and alert you before it becomes a problem in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.