How To Fix 57166 - File layout "&" does not exist

57166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 57 - Component 709: Interface to external payroll system

• Message number: 166

• Message text: File layout "&" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 57166 - File layout "&" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 57166, which states "File layout '&' does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified file layout in the context of data import/export or file processing. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of data transfer programs, file uploads, or when generating reports that rely on specific file layouts.
  Causes:
  
  Missing File Layout: The specified file layout does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the layout name or the layout not being created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified file layout.
  
  Configuration Issues: The file layout may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Transport Issues: If the file layout was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request