How To Fix TN053 - File &1 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TN - Support Package Manager (SPAM) Messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: File &1 could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

There are two reasons for this error:
You attempted to download Support Package &V2& again. The Support
Package Manager deleted all traces of the Support Package, for example,
the relevant logs. In this case file &V1& could not be deleted.
The Support Package was downloaded again using EPS. After starting
SPAM, the Support Package was fetched from the EPS inbox and all traces
of it were deleted. File &V1& could not be deleted.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

Not all users have write authorization for the &V1& file.
Set up this authorization.
Repeat the action.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN053 - File &1 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message TN053, which states "File &1 could not be deleted," typically occurs when the system is unable to delete a specified file from the application server or the file system. This can happen for several reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  File Permissions: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to delete the file.
  File Locking: The file may be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist.
  Disk Space Issues: There may be insufficient disk space on the server, preventing file operations.
  File System Errors: There could be underlying issues with the file system that are preventing file deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user or the SAP system has the necessary permissions to delete files in the specified directory.
  You may need to adjust the file system permissions or consult with your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use tools or commands to check if the file is currently in use or locked by another process.
  If it is locked, you may need to wait until the process is completed or terminate the process if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Verify File Path:
  
  Double-check the file path specified in the error message to ensure it is correct.
  Confirm that the file actually exists at that location.
  
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Verify that there is sufficient disk space on the server where the file is located.
  If the disk is full, you may need to free up space or increase the disk capacity.
  
  
  
  File System Check:
  
  If you suspect file system issues, you may need to run file system checks or repairs, depending on your operating system.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AL11 to view files on the application server or SM37 to check for background jobs that may be related to the file.
  Logs: Review system logs (e.g., using transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it is impacting critical business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TN053 error and implement a solution to resolve it.