How To Fix /SCWM/MIGRATION_CUST020 - Acces denied to file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/MIGRATION_CUST -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Acces denied to file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/MIGRATION_CUST020 - Acces denied to file &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/MIGRATION_CUST020 Access denied to file &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system during a migration or data import process. This error indicates that the system is unable to access a specific file due to permission issues.
  Cause:
  
  File Permissions: The user or the process trying to access the file does not have the necessary permissions to read or write to the specified file.
  File Path Issues: The file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  User Authorization: The user executing the transaction may not have the required authorizations to access the file.
  Network Issues: If the file is located on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues or the network path may not be accessible.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the file permissions are set correctly. The user or the process should have read/write access to the file.
  If the file is on a shared drive, check the sharing permissions.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Confirm that the file path specified in the error message is correct.
  Ensure that the file exists at the specified location.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations in SAP. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the migration or access the file.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the file is on a network drive, ensure that the network connection is stable and that the drive is accessible.
  Test accessing the file directly from the server or client machine to confirm connectivity.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP EWM documentation for any specific requirements or configurations related to file access during migration processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes related to data migration or file handling in EWM.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional details that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SCWM/MIGRATION_CUST020 Access denied to file &1 error in SAP EWM.