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How to fix ERROR_FILE_TOO_LARGE

Code:223 (0xDF)
Teracopy: Reports error

Description

The file size exceeds the limit allowed and cannot be saved.

Causes

1. File System Limitations:

  • Certain file systems have maximum file size limits. For instance, the FAT32 file system has a maximum file size of 4 GB. Attempting to save or transfer a file larger than this will result in ERROR_FILE_TOO_LARGE.

2. Application Restrictions:

  • The application you are using may have its own built-in limitations on the file sizes it can handle. This could lead to an error if the file exceeds those constraints.

3. Storage Medium Constraints:

  • The storage device in use may have limitations due to its formatting or specific constraints that prevent handling files over a certain size.

4. Network Share Quotas:

  • Network shares configured with storage quotas can impose limits on the maximum file size allowed. If a network share has set a quota that is exceeded by the file you are trying to save or transfer, this can trigger the ERROR_FILE_TOO_LARGE.

Solutions

1. Check File System Type

  • Determine the type of file system on the storage medium (e.g., FAT32, NTFS, exFAT).
  • If the file system is FAT32, consider converting or reformatting the drive to NTFS or exFAT, which support larger file sizes.

2. Verify Quotas on Network Shares

  • Check if network share quotas have been configured, as they might limit the maximum size of files that can be stored.
  • Ensure that the user’s allocated space has not been exceeded.
  • Contact your network administrator if you suspect quota restrictions and inquire about potential adjustments to allow larger file transfers.

3. Split the File

  • Use file compression or file-splitting tools to divide the file into smaller parts that meet the size requirements of the file system or network share.

4. Use a Different Storage Medium

  • Transfer the file to a storage device formatted with a file system that supports larger files, such as NTFS or exFAT.

5. Update or Configure the Application

  • Ensure that the application handling the file is up to date and capable of managing large files.
  • Review the application's documentation for any specific settings or options that allow for larger file handling.

6. Check Available Disk Space

  • Confirm that there is sufficient free space on the storage medium to accommodate the file.
  • Free up space by deleting unnecessary files or moving them to another location if needed.