How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG288 - Error while executing SAPCAR; output is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Error while executing SAPCAR; output is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG288 - Error while executing SAPCAR; output is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG288 indicates that there is an issue with the execution of the SAPCAR tool, specifically that the output generated is not valid. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the archive file being processed or with the SAPCAR tool itself.
  Causes:
  
  Corrupted Archive File: The archive file you are trying to extract or process may be corrupted or incomplete.
  Incorrect SAPCAR Version: The version of SAPCAR being used may not be compatible with the archive file format or the SAP system version.
  File Permissions: There may be insufficient permissions to read the archive file or to write to the output directory.
  Disk Space Issues: There may not be enough disk space available to extract the contents of the archive.
  Incorrect Command Syntax: The command used to execute SAPCAR may have syntax errors or incorrect parameters.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify the Archive File:
  
  Check the integrity of the archive file. If possible, re-download or obtain a fresh copy of the file.
  Use tools like SAPCAR -tvf <archive_file> to list the contents of the archive and verify if it is readable.
  
  
  
  Check SAPCAR Version:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct version of SAPCAR that is compatible with the archive file. You can check the version of SAPCAR by running SAPCAR -version.
  
  
  
  File Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the SAPCAR command has the necessary permissions to read the archive file and write to the output directory.
  
  
  
  Disk Space:
  
  Check the available disk space on the target directory where you are trying to extract the files. Ensure there is enough space to accommodate the extracted files.
  
  
  
  Review Command Syntax:
  
  Double-check the command you are using to execute SAPCAR. Ensure that the syntax is correct and that all required parameters are included.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPCAR Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SAPCAR for detailed information on its usage and options.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific version of SAPCAR or the archive file you are working with.
  Logs and Traces: Review any logs or traces generated during the execution of SAPCAR for additional error messages or clues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details about the error and the steps you have already taken.