How To Fix STC_TM059 - Could not create directory or file &1 on file system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Could not create directory or file &1 on file system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM059 - Could not create directory or file &1 on file system ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM059 indicates that the system is unable to create a directory or file on the file system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly during background job processing or when the system attempts to write logs or temporary files.
  Causes:
  
  Insufficient Permissions: The user under which the SAP system is running may not have the necessary permissions to create files or directories in the specified location.
  File System Full: The disk space on the file system may be full, preventing any new files or directories from being created.
  Invalid Path: The specified path may not exist or may be incorrectly configured in the system settings.
  File System Issues: There may be underlying issues with the file system itself, such as corruption or hardware failures.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system regarding the paths for logs, temporary files, or other outputs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user account running the SAP instance has the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory.
  Adjust permissions as needed using operating system commands (e.g., chmod on Unix/Linux).
  
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Use system commands to check the available disk space (e.g., df -h on Unix/Linux).
  If the disk is full, consider cleaning up unnecessary files or expanding the disk space.
  
  
  
  Verify Path:
  
  Check the configuration in the SAP system for the paths where files are being created.
  Ensure that the specified directory exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  File System Health:
  
  Check the health of the file system for any errors or issues.
  Use file system checking tools (e.g., fsck on Unix/Linux) to identify and fix any problems.
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration:
  
  Review the SAP instance profile parameters related to file paths and ensure they are set correctly.
  Check transaction codes like RZ10 for profile parameters and RZ11 for dynamic parameters.
  
  
  
  Restart SAP Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the SAP services may resolve temporary issues related to file handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Logs: Review the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for additional context around the error.
  Operating System Logs: Check the operating system logs for any related errors that might provide more insight into the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.