How To Fix /SCWM/PS_BASICS017 - No physical file could be determined for logical file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PS_BASICS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No physical file could be determined for logical file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS017 - No physical file could be determined for logical file &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS017 indicates that the system is unable to determine a physical file for the specified logical file. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module, particularly when dealing with file handling or data transfer processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The logical file may not be properly configured in the system. This could mean that the mapping between the logical file name and the physical file path is missing or incorrect.
  File Path Issues: The physical file path may not exist, or the system may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified path.
  Incorrect Logical File Name: The logical file name provided in the process may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the logical file configuration to be incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE or AL11 to check the configuration of the logical file.
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly mapped to a physical file path in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Physical File Path:
  
  Check if the physical file path exists on the server.
  Ensure that the necessary permissions are set for the user or service that is trying to access the file.
  
  
  
  Correct Logical File Name:
  
  Double-check the logical file name used in the process to ensure it is correct and matches the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to file handling in EWM for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the logical file name is being set and how the system is attempting to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FILE - To manage file definitions.
  AL11 - To view the file system on the application server.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the file system and perform file operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/PS_BASICS017. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.