How To Fix XW158 - Please correct the file path syntax and/or directory set

XW158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XW - DART - Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Please correct the file path syntax and/or directory set

What causes this issue?

The system cannot derive a valid file path and name.
The probable reason is that the file path syntax was not maintained
correctly in the DART extract configuration (also see message
<DS:NA.XW143>XW143</>).
Another possible reason is that the <DS:DE.TXW_VOLSET>directory set</>
&V1& contains invalid directories (file paths).

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 check the file path syntax and directory set &V1& in the DART
extract extract configuration.
Please note that the file path syntax should only be maintained in the
DART configuration, and not with transaction FILE. DART imposes
additional restrictions on the file path syntax that are not checked by
transaction FILE.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XW158 - Please correct the file path syntax and/or directory set ?

  The SAP error message XW158 typically indicates an issue with the file path syntax or the directory settings in the SAP system. This error can occur when trying to access or process files, such as when using the SAP ArchiveLink or when performing file uploads/downloads.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Path: The specified file path may contain syntax errors, such as incorrect slashes (e.g., using backslashes instead of forward slashes), missing directories, or invalid characters.
  Directory Not Set: The directory specified in the configuration may not be set correctly in the SAP system or may not exist on the server.
  Permissions Issues: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified directory or file.
  Environment Variables: If the file path relies on environment variables, these may not be set correctly or may not be accessible by the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Path Syntax: Verify that the file path is correctly formatted.