How To Fix SEDD_XVIEW013 - Log &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEDD_XVIEW - Messages for Handling of External Views

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Log &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEDD_XVIEW013 - Log &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SEDD_XVIEW013 indicates that a log file specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Data Services or SAP Landscape Management, where logs are generated for various operations, and the system is unable to find the specified log file.
  Cause:
  
  Log File Deletion: The log file may have been deleted or moved from its original location.
  Incorrect Path: The path specified for the log file may be incorrect or may not point to the correct directory.
  Permissions Issue: The user or process trying to access the log file may not have the necessary permissions to read the file or directory.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings that lead to incorrect log file references.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Log File Path: Check the configuration settings to ensure that the path to the log file is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Check for File Existence: Manually check the specified directory to see if the log file exists. If it does not, you may need to regenerate the log or check the process that should have created it.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the directory and the log file. Adjust permissions as needed.
  Regenerate Logs: If the log file is missing, you may need to rerun the process that generates the log to create a new log file.
  Review System Logs: Check other system logs for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context about why the log file is missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to the component you are working with (e.g., SAP Data Services, SAP Landscape Management).
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional errors that may be related to the log file issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.