How To Fix WS_TOOL178 - Select/Enter a valid file name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Select/Enter a valid file name

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  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WS_TOOL178: Select/Enter a valid file name:
  
  Error Message
  WS_TOOL178: Select/Enter a valid file name
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the user tries to save, upload, or reference a file in an SAP transaction or tool (often related to Workbench tools, transport tools, or file upload/download dialogs) but the file name provided is either:
  
  Empty or blank.
  Contains invalid characters not allowed by the system or operating system.
  The file path or name does not conform to the expected format.
  The file name exceeds the maximum allowed length.
  The file does not exist at the specified location (in case of upload).
  The file path is incorrect or inaccessible due to permissions or network issues.
  
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When exporting or importing files in SAP Workbench tools (SE80, SE38, etc.).
  When creating or saving transport requests or objects that require file references.
  When using SAP GUI file dialogs to select files for upload or download.
  When