How To Fix SRMEX017 - Error in "DETERMINE_EXPORT_PATH_BACKEND", SY-SUBRC=&, MSG=&, DIR=&,&

SRMEX017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMEX - SRM Export of Electronic Records

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error in "DETERMINE_EXPORT_PATH_BACKEND", SY-SUBRC=&, MSG=&, DIR=&,&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMEX017 - Error in "DETERMINE_EXPORT_PATH_BACKEND", SY-SUBRC=&, MSG=&, DIR=&,& ?

  The SAP error message SRMEX017, which indicates an error in the "DETERMINE_EXPORT_PATH_BACKEND" function, typically arises in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an issue with determining the export path for backend communication. This error can occur due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing settings, or problems with the backend system.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The export path for backend communication may not be correctly configured in the system settings.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the export path may be missing or incorrectly set.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified path.
  Backend System Connectivity: There may be connectivity issues between the SRM system and the backend system (e.g., SAP ERP).
  Directory Issues: The specified directory for export may not exist or may not be accessible.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP SRM system and verify that the export path