How To Fix XW074 - Filename &1 does not conform to ISO 9660 standard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Filename &1 does not conform to ISO 9660 standard

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.TXW_LFILE>filename</> &V1& does not conform to the ISO 9660
standard.
This standard restricts filenames as follows:
Filenames must not exceed eight characters, and extensions three
characters ("8.3 format").
Filenames and extensions must be in all capitals.
Numbers in filenames should be separated from the alpha characters by
an underscore. Example: JA_97.TXT.
Only these characters are allowed: A - Z, 0 - 9, _ (underscore)
The data extraction tool automatically appends 3 characters to the
filename for extension files. For this reason, you can only enter up to
5 characters for the file name, plus optionally up to 3 characters for
the file extension.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a valid filename. If you don't require that filenames
follow ISO 9660 standard, please turn off the corresponding option in
the <DS:TRAN.FTWP>data file configuration</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW074 - Filename &1 does not conform to ISO 9660 standard ?

  The SAP error message XW074 indicates that a filename does not conform to the ISO 9660 standard, which is a standard for file systems on CD-ROMs. This error typically arises when trying to create or access files that are intended to be stored on a CD or DVD, and the filenames do not meet the requirements set by the ISO 9660 standard.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The filename may contain characters that are not allowed by the ISO 9660 standard. For example, characters such as ?, *, :, |, <, >, and others are not permitted.
  Length of Filename: ISO 9660 has restrictions on the length of filenames. The standard allows for a maximum of 31 characters for the filename and 8 characters for the extension.
  File Naming Conventions: The standard requires that filenames be in uppercase and may not include spaces or special characters.
  Directory Structure: The path to the file may exceed the maximum length allowed by the ISO 9660 standard.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Rename the File: Ensure that the filename adheres to the ISO 9660 naming conventions. Use only uppercase letters, numbers, and underscores or periods. Avoid special characters and spaces.
  Shorten the Filename: If the filename exceeds the maximum length, consider shortening it to fit within the 31-character limit.
  Check Directory Structure: Ensure that the entire path to the file does not exceed the maximum length allowed by the ISO 9660 standard.
  Use a Different Format: If the file does not need to be on a CD/DVD, consider using a different file system that does not have these restrictions, such as NTFS or FAT32.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ISO 9660 Standard: This standard was developed to ensure compatibility across different operating systems and platforms for CD-ROM media. It defines how files and directories are named and organized on the disk.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or support notes for more specific guidance related to the error message and its context within your SAP environment.
  Testing: After making changes to the filename or directory structure, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the XW074 error and ensure that your filenames conform to the ISO 9660 standard.