How To Fix SDS_COMMON017 - Cannot close file &1; download was stopped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDS_COMMON -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Cannot close file &1; download was stopped

What causes this issue?

The system cannot close the file &V1& on the file system in the target
directory.

System Response

The file download was stopped.

How to fix this error?

Check the available free space on the target directory. Create more free
space, if possible.
Choose a target directory on a different device.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDS_COMMON017 - Cannot close file &1; download was stopped ?

  The SAP error message SDS_COMMON017 indicates that there was an issue with closing a file during a download process. The message typically states: "Cannot close file &1; download was stopped," where &1 represents the name of the file that could not be closed.
  Causes:
  
  File Locking Issues: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing it from being closed properly.
  Network Issues: If the download is interrupted due to network connectivity problems, it may lead to this error.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to write to or close the file.
  Disk Space: There may not be enough disk space on the target location to complete the download.
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or inaccessible.
  SAP System Issues: There could be underlying issues with the SAP system or the application server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Locks: Ensure that the file is not being used by another process. You can use tools or commands to check for file locks.
  Verify Network Connection: Ensure that your network connection is stable and that there are no interruptions during the download process.
  Check Permissions: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to write to the target directory and close the file.
  Free Up Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the target drive and free up space if necessary.
  Validate File Path: Ensure that the file path specified for the download is correct and accessible.
  Retry the Download: Sometimes, simply retrying the download can resolve transient issues.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SDS_COMMON017 error in SAP.