How To Fix TXX188 - Specify a valid file name

TXX188 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXX - DARTX - XML-Based Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Specify a valid file name

trados: Docu -> FI -> dartx

What causes this issue?

File name &V1& is not valid. File names must not contain spaces.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid file name.
Note also that, with Windows NT, upper/lowercase spelling in file names
is ignored.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXX188 - Specify a valid file name ?

  The SAP error message TXX188, which states "Specify a valid file name," typically occurs when the system is expecting a file name input but receives an invalid or empty value instead. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when uploading files, exporting data, or performing file-related operations in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Empty File Name: The user did not provide a file name when prompted.
  Invalid Characters: The file name contains invalid characters that are not allowed by the operating system or SAP.
  Incorrect Path: The specified path for the file is incorrect or does not exist.
  File Name Length: The file name exceeds the maximum length allowed by the system.
  Permissions Issue: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified directory or file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Provide a Valid File Name: Ensure that you enter a valid file name when prompted. The name should not be empty and should conform to the naming conventions of