How To Fix WGDS_STORAGE_BUS001 - Export failed because it's possible to access the GDS storage directory

WGDS_STORAGE_BUS001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_STORAGE_BUS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Export failed because it's possible to access the GDS storage directory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_STORAGE_BUS001 - Export failed because it's possible to access the GDS storage directory ?

  The SAP error message:
  WGDS_STORAGE_BUS001: Export failed because it's possible to access the GDS storage directory
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs during the export process in SAP Global Data Synchronization (GDS) when the system detects that the GDS storage directory is accessible or locked in a way that prevents the export operation from proceeding safely. The message indicates that the export process cannot continue because the GDS storage directory is either:
  
  Currently in use by another process,
  Locked due to file system permissions,
  Or there is a conflict in accessing the directory (e.g., network share issues, insufficient permissions).
  
  In other words, the export process expects exclusive or controlled access to the GDS storage directory, but it finds that the directory is accessible in a way that could cause data inconsistency or corruption.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Directory Access and Locks:
  
  Verify if any other process or user is currently accessing or locking the GDS storage directory.
  Use OS