How To Fix TW058 - Cannot write & bytes to file at position & (file system full?)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Cannot write & bytes to file at position & (file system full?)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW058 - Cannot write & bytes to file at position & (file system full?) ?

  The SAP error message TW058 indicates that the system is unable to write a specified number of bytes to a file at a certain position, often due to the file system being full. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when the underlying storage for the SAP application server runs out of space.
  Cause:
  
  File System Full: The most common cause is that the disk space on the server where the SAP application is running is full. This can happen if log files, temporary files, or data files have consumed all available space.
  File Permissions: There may be insufficient permissions to write to the specified file or directory.
  File System Quotas: If user quotas are set on the file system, the user running the SAP process may have exceeded their allocated space.
  File System Corruption: In rare cases, file system corruption can prevent writing to files.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Disk Space:
  
  Use commands like df -h (on Unix/Linux) or check the properties of the drive (on Windows) to see if the file system is indeed full.
  If it is full, consider deleting unnecessary files, archiving old logs, or increasing the disk space.
  
  
  
  Clear Temporary Files:
  
  Clear temporary files or logs that are no longer needed. This can include SAP application logs, spool requests, or other temporary files.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user under which the SAP application is running has the necessary permissions to write to the specified directory.
  
  
  
  Review File System Quotas:
  
  If quotas are in place, check if the user has exceeded their limit and adjust as necessary.
  
  
  
  Monitor and Manage Logs:
  
  Implement regular monitoring and management of log files to prevent them from consuming excessive disk space.
  
  
  
  File System Maintenance:
  
  If you suspect file system corruption, consider running file system checks (like fsck on Unix/Linux) to identify and fix any issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Basis Administration: Regular maintenance and monitoring of the SAP system's file systems are crucial for preventing such errors.
  Backup and Archiving: Implement a backup and archiving strategy to manage data growth effectively.
  Performance Monitoring: Use SAP tools to monitor system performance and disk usage proactively.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error, you can resolve the TW058 message and ensure that your SAP system operates smoothly.