How To Fix /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA123 - Fake download for internal to binary format conversion failed for file &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Fake download for internal to binary format conversion failed for file &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA123 - Fake download for internal to binary format conversion failed for file &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSP_INFRA123 Fake download for internal to binary format conversion failed for file &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system, particularly when dealing with the conversion of files during transport operations. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File Format Issues: The file being processed may not be in the expected format or may be corrupted.
  Permission Issues: The user executing the transport may not have the necessary permissions to access the file or directory.
  System Configuration: There may be misconfigurations in the transport settings or the transport directory.
  Network Issues: If the transport involves network operations, connectivity issues could lead to failures.
  SAP Notes: There may be known issues or bugs related to the specific version of SAP you are using that have been documented in SAP Notes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file you are