How To Fix /SMB/CM_API_COMMON271 - File size is larger than possible, the file &1 was not generated

/SMB/CM_API_COMMON271 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_API_COMMON -

• Message number: 271

• Message text: File size is larger than possible, the file &1 was not generated

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/SMB/CM_API_COMMON271 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/CM_API_COMMON271 indicates that a file size exceeds the allowable limit for generation in the SAP system. This typically occurs when attempting to create or export a file that is too large for the system to handle, leading to the failure of the operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  File Size Limitations: The SAP system has predefined limits on the size of files that can be generated or processed. If the file you are trying to create exceeds this limit, the error will occur.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict file sizes for certain operations.
  Data Volume: The amount of data being processed or exported may be too large, leading to the generation of a file that exceeds the size limit.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce Data Volume: If possible, try to reduce the amount of data being processed or exported. This can be done by applying filters or selecting a smaller dataset.
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