How To Fix SRM_ECM_MSG198 - Renaming "&1" to "&2": WebDAV output name changed to "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_ECM_MSG - Message Class for ECM

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Renaming "&1" to "&2": WebDAV output name changed to "&3"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG198 - Renaming "&1" to "&2": WebDAV output name changed to "&3" ?

  The SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG198 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an issue related to the renaming of a document or file in the WebDAV (Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning) interface. This error message indicates that the system attempted to rename a file from one name to another, but the output name was changed to a different name than expected.
  Cause:
  
  File Name Conflict: The original file name (&1) may already exist in the target location, leading to a conflict when trying to rename it to the new name (&2).
  Invalid Characters: The file names may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in the WebDAV context.
  Permissions Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to rename files in the specified directory.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the WebDAV settings or the SRM system that affect file handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Name Conflicts: Verify if a file with the target name (&2) already exists in the destination. If it does, consider renaming or deleting the existing file.
  Review File Names: Ensure that the file names do not contain any invalid characters or exceed the length limits imposed by the system.
  Permissions Check: Confirm that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform rename operations in the WebDAV directory.
  System Configuration: Review the WebDAV configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure they are correctly set up for file handling.
  Log Analysis: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  WebDAV Documentation: Review SAP documentation on WebDAV to understand its configuration and limitations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.