How To Fix 32027 - Header record not included in import table

32027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 32 - HR: Public Sector Austria

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Header record not included in import table

What causes this issue?

Import table does not contain header record.

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?

Check that the sequence of data records is correct in the data medium.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 32027 - Header record not included in import table ?

  The SAP error message "32027 Header record not included in import table" typically occurs during the import of data into SAP, particularly when dealing with data transfer processes such as LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or data uploads using BAPIs or IDocs. This error indicates that the system expects a header record in the import data but cannot find it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Header Record: The most common cause is that the header record, which is essential for identifying the data set being imported, is missing from the import file or table.
  Incorrect File Format: The format of the import file may not match the expected structure, leading to the header record not being recognized.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped in the import process, causing the system to overlook the header record.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the import process may not be set up correctly, leading