Message type: E = Error
Message class: 42 - Information Workbench
Message number: 801
Message text: &1 with &2 results in an empty file extension
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- &1 with &2 results in an empty file extension ?The SAP error message "42801 &1 with &2 results in an empty file extension" typically indicates an issue related to file handling, particularly when the system is trying to generate or process a file but encounters a problem with the file extension.
Cause: Missing File Extension: The error suggests that the system is attempting to create or manipulate a file, but the file name does not have a valid extension. This can happen if the file name is constructed incorrectly or if the extension is stripped off during processing.
Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how file names and extensions are handled, and these settings may not be correctly set. Data Issues: The data being processed may not contain the necessary information to generate a valid file name or extension.
Solution: Check File Name Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to file generation in the relevant transaction or program.
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