How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT021 - Specify a file name

/SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Specify a file name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT021 - Specify a file name ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT021 Specify a file name typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business One or SAP Business Suite when a file name is required for a specific operation, such as importing or exporting data, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing File Name: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not specified a file name in the relevant field when trying to perform an operation that requires a file (e.g., uploading a file, exporting data).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is preventing the file name from being recognized or processed correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the file name or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify a File Name: Ensure that you enter a valid file name in the required field. This should include the full path if necessary, and the file extension