552
FTP
552 Exceeded Storage Allocation
Requested file action aborted. Exceeded storage allocation for the current directory or dataset. The user's quota has been reached.
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When You See This Code
When uploading a file that would exceed your disk quota or the directory's storage limit configured by the server administrator.
How to Fix
Delete unnecessary files to free up quota, or request a quota increase from the server administrator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is FTP 552 Exceeded Storage Allocation?
Requested file action aborted. Exceeded storage allocation for the current directory or dataset. The user's quota has been reached.
When do you see FTP 552 Exceeded Storage Allocation?
When uploading a file that would exceed your disk quota or the directory's storage limit configured by the server administrator.
How to fix FTP 552 Exceeded Storage Allocation?
Delete unnecessary files to free up quota, or request a quota increase from the server administrator.