How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING005 - File &1 imported in file &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 005

• Message text: File &1 imported in file &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING005 - File &1 imported in file &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING005 indicates that a file that was expected to be found during an import process is missing. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Software Logistics or Transport Management System (TMS) when dealing with transport requests or file imports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing File: The file specified in the import process (file &1) is not present in the expected location (file &2).
  Incorrect Path: The path specified for the file may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the file.
  Transport Request Issues: If the file is part of a transport request, there may have been an issue during the export process that caused the file not to be included.
  File Deletion: The file may have been deleted or moved after the transport request was created.
  Permissions: There may be permission issues preventing access to the file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify File Existence: Check if the file specified in the error message (file &1) exists in the location specified (file &2). If it does not, you may need to restore it from a backup or re-export it.
  Check Transport Request: If the file is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport was correctly exported and that all necessary files are included.
  Correct Path: Ensure that the path specified for the file is correct. You may need to adjust the import settings to point to the correct location.
  Re-Export: If the file is missing, you may need to re-export the transport request from the source system to ensure all necessary files are included.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary permissions to access the file and the directory where it is located.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and processes, as understanding how transports work can help in troubleshooting issues.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional context around the error, which may provide more insight into what went wrong during the import process.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional support and to see if others have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.