How To Fix 29845 - Sequential file & on server & does not contain any batch input records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 845

• Message text: Sequential file & on server & does not contain any batch input records

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please contact the person who wrote the transfer program for your
company.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29845 - Sequential file & on server & does not contain any batch input records ?

  The SAP error message 29845 indicates that a sequential file on the server does not contain any batch input records. This error typically occurs when you are trying to process a batch input session using a file that is expected to contain data, but the file is either empty or does not have the correct format.
  Cause:
  
  Empty File: The file you are trying to process is empty and does not contain any records.
  Incorrect File Path: The file path specified may be incorrect, leading to the system not finding the file or reading the wrong file.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be in the expected format for batch input processing. For example, it may not have the required delimiters or structure.
  Permissions Issues: There may be permission issues preventing the system from reading the file.
  Data Extraction Issues: If the file is generated from another process, there may have been an issue during the data extraction that resulted in no records being written to the file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File: Verify that the file exists on the server and is not empty. Open the file to ensure it contains the expected batch input records.
  Verify File Path: Ensure that the file path specified in your batch input session is correct and points to the right file.
  Check File Format: Make sure the file is in the correct format for batch input processing. This includes checking for the correct delimiters and structure.
  Permissions: Ensure that the user or process trying to access the file has the necessary permissions to read the file.
  Regenerate the File: If the file is generated from another process, try regenerating it to ensure it contains the correct data.
  Review Logs: Check any logs or error messages from the process that generated the file to identify any issues that may have occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Input Sessions: Batch input sessions in SAP are used to automate data entry by processing data from external files.
  File Formats: Common formats for batch input files include CSV (Comma-Separated Values) or fixed-width files, depending on the requirements of the SAP transaction being processed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM35 (for processing batch input sessions) and SE38 (for executing ABAP programs) to troubleshoot further.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.