How To Fix TQ344 - Contents of directory & cannot be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TQ - SAPup Messages

• Message number: 344

• Message text: Contents of directory & cannot be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TQ344 - Contents of directory & cannot be read ?

  The SAP error message TQ344, which states "Contents of directory & cannot be read," typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to access or read the contents of a specified directory. This can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Permission Issues: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified directory.
  Directory Does Not Exist: The directory specified in the error message may not exist on the file system.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the underlying file system, such as it being unmounted or corrupted.
  Network Issues: If the directory is on a network drive, there may be connectivity issues preventing access.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system regarding the path to the directory.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user under which the SAP system is running has the necessary read permissions for the directory.
  You may need to adjust the permissions using operating system commands (e.g., chmod on Unix/Linux).
  
  
  
  Verify Directory Existence:
  
  Check if the directory specified in the error message actually exists on the file system.
  If it does not exist, create the directory or correct the path in the SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Check File System Status:
  
  Ensure that the file system where the directory resides is mounted and functioning correctly.
  Check for any file system errors and resolve them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the directory is on a network share, verify that the network connection is stable and that the share is accessible.
  Test access to the directory from the operating system level.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP that reference the directory. This may include settings in transaction codes like AL11 (for directory listings) or RZ10 (for profile parameters).
  Ensure that the paths are correctly defined and do not contain typos.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AL11 to view directories and their contents, or SM37 to check for job logs that might provide more context on the error.
  SAP Basis Team: If you are not able to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or system administrator, as they will have the necessary access and expertise to troubleshoot system-level issues.
  Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the TQ344 error in your SAP system.