How To Fix USMD6017 - Logical file &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD6 - Messages for Data Transfer

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Logical file &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD6017 - Logical file &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message USMD6017 indicates that a logical file specified in the system cannot be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when dealing with logical file names in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Logical File Name: The logical file name specified in the configuration or program does not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The logical file may not have been defined in the system, or the configuration for the logical file is incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the logical file was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Logical File Name:
  
  Verify the logical file name mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and matches the expected name.
  
  
  
  Define Logical File:
  
  Go to transaction FILE (or AL11) to check if the logical file is defined in the system.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it using transaction FILE or through the relevant configuration in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) to check the configuration of the logical file. Ensure that it is properly set up and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the logical file was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific logical file you are working with for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  AL11: Display File Directory
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.