How To Fix /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT143 - Failed to create a backup of file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Failed to create a backup of file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT143 - Failed to create a backup of file &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/IMPORT_EXPORT143 Failed to create a backup of file &1 typically indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to create a backup of a specified file during an import or export operation. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  File System Permissions: The user or the process attempting to create the backup may not have the necessary permissions to write to the directory where the backup is being created.
  
  
  Disk Space Issues: There may not be enough disk space available on the file system where the backup is being created.
  
  
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist.
  
  
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process, preventing the backup from being created.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to the import/export process.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user or service account running the SAP process has the necessary permissions to write to the target directory. You may need to adjust the permissions accordingly.
  
  
  Free Up Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the file system. If it is low, consider deleting unnecessary files or increasing the disk space.
  
  
  Verify File Path: Double-check the file path specified in the error message. Ensure that the file exists and that the path is correct.
  
  
  Check for File Locks: Investigate if the file is being used by another process. You can use system tools to check for file locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  Review SAP Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the import/export process in SAP. Ensure that all settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Review the SAP application logs and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any background jobs that may have failed and to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.