How To Fix SG828 - Physical file name for logical file name &1 has length &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SG - Global Pool for Cross-Application Developments

• Message number: 828

• Message text: Physical file name for logical file name &1 has length &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG828 - Physical file name for logical file name &1 has length &2 ?

  The SAP error message SG828 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the physical file name associated with a logical file name in the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the physical file name exceeds the maximum allowed length.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the physical file name defined for a logical file name exceeds the maximum length allowed by the SAP system. In SAP, the maximum length for a physical file name is typically 255 characters. If the defined name exceeds this limit, the system will throw the SG828 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SG828 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Logical File Name Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code FILE (or FILE in the SAP GUI) to access the logical file name configuration.
  Look for the logical file name that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Review the Physical File Name:
  
  Check the physical file name associated with the logical file name.
  Ensure that the physical file name does not exceed the maximum length of 255 characters.
  
  
  
  Modify the Physical File Name:
  
  If the physical file name is too long, modify it to ensure it is within the allowed length.
  You may need to shorten the name or use a different naming convention that adheres to the length restrictions.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the logical file name to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FILE: Used to maintain logical file names and their associated physical file names.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on file handling and naming conventions in SAP.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SG828 error and ensure that your logical file name configuration is correct.