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


W8336 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 336

  • Message text: Error accessing local file - operation aborted

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  • 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.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


W8336 - Details

  • 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

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