How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG292 - Error while reading file '&1'; wrong access '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 292

• Message text: Error while reading file '&1'; wrong access '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG292 - Error while reading file '&1'; wrong access '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG292 indicates that there is an issue with reading a file, specifically related to access permissions. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the file name and &2 for the type of access that is wrong.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  File Permissions: The user or the system does not have the necessary permissions to read the specified file. This could be due to file system permissions or SAP authorization issues.
  File Path Issues: The file path specified may be incorrect, leading to an inability to locate the file.
  File Locking: The file might be locked by another process, preventing access.
  Incorrect Access Type: The access type specified (e.g., read, write) may not be appropriate for the operation being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check File Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account running the SAP process has the necessary permissions to access the file. This may involve checking the operating system's file permissions.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Double-check the file path specified in the SAP configuration or program. Ensure that it is correct and that the file exists at that location.
  
  
  
  Check for File Locks:
  
  Investigate if the file is being used by another process. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the other process releases the file or terminate that process if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Access Type:
  
  Ensure that the access type being requested matches the operation you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to read a file, ensure that the access type is set to read.
  
  
  
  SAP Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations in SAP to perform the operation. This may involve reviewing roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on file handling and error messages.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.