How To Fix W8336 - Error accessing local file - operation aborted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Error accessing local file - operation aborted

What causes this issue?

The indicator <LS>Global Copy <(>&<)> Paste</> is set in your personal
settings. Cut and copied condition rows are stored in a local file on
your PC. An error occurred when accessing this local file.

System Response

The operation (copy, cut or insert) could not be executed.

How to fix this error?

Deactivate the indicator <LS>G</><LS>lobal Copy <(>&<)> Paste
</> in your personal settings.

Procedure for System Administrators

Ensure that the logical file path 'SAPTEMPDIR' is set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8336 - Error accessing local file - operation aborted ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W8336 - Error accessing local file - operation aborted
  
  Cause:
  The SAP GUI or a related SAP component is trying to access a local file on the user's machine (for example, during a download, upload, or file operation), but the operation fails. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The specified file path does not exist or is incorrect.
  The file is locked or currently open by another application.
  Insufficient permissions to read/write the file or folder.
  Antivirus or security software blocking access.
  Network drives or mapped drives are disconnected or unavailable.
  Temporary files or directories used by SAP are missing or corrupted.
  SAP GUI or frontend component issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check File Path and Name:
  
  Verify that the file path specified in the operation exists and is accessible.
  Ensure the file name does not contain invalid characters.
  
  
  
  Check File Permissions:
  
  Make sure the user has read/write permissions on the folder and file.
  If the file is on a network drive, ensure the network connection is active and permissions are correct.
  
  
  
  Close Other Applications:
  
  Ensure the file is not open or locked by another program (e.g., Excel, Notepad).
  
  
  
  Check Antivirus/Firewall:
  
  Temporarily disable antivirus or security software to see if it is blocking access.
  Add SAP GUI or related executables to the exception list.
  
  
  
  Use Local Drives:
  
  Avoid using network drives or removable media for file operations if possible.
  Try saving or accessing files on a local drive (e.g., C:\temp).
  
  
  
  Clear SAP GUI Cache and Temporary Files:
  
  Delete temporary files used by SAP GUI.
  Restart SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Update SAP GUI:
  
  Ensure you are using the latest SAP GUI version, as older versions may have bugs related to file handling.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to W8336.
  Sometimes specific patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction / Program: The error often occurs during file upload/download operations, such as in transactions involving AL11, file upload via GUI, or report exports.
  SAP GUI Version: Older versions of SAP GUI may have compatibility issues with modern OS file handling.
  Operating System: Windows file system permissions and policies can affect SAP file access.
  SAP Notes:  
  
  SAP Note 0000000 (generic troubleshooting)  
  Check for notes related to file access errors or GUI frontend errors.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  W8336 - Error accessing local file
  
  
  Cause
  File path invalid, permissions, locked file, antivirus blocking, network issues
  
  
  Solution
  Verify path, permissions, close apps, disable antivirus, use local drives, update SAP GUI
  
  
  Related Info
  SAP GUI version, OS permissions, SAP Notes
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these steps, consider capturing a detailed trace (e.g., SAP GUI trace or OS event logs) and contacting SAP Support with the trace and system details.