How To Fix 5Z835 - File to be imported: & contains no data for state: &, & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 835

• Message text: File to be imported: & contains no data for state: &, & &

What causes this issue?

ID &V& specified in the state field of the report recipient element of
the file to be imported does not match the state ID that you specified
in table T596M.

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?

The program is terminated because the file structure does not match the
data expected. Check the file to be imported.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z835 - File to be imported: & contains no data for state: &, & & ?

  The SAP error message 5Z835 indicates that the file you are trying to import does not contain any data for the specified state. This error typically occurs during data import processes, such as when uploading files for master data, transactional data, or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Empty File: The file you are trying to import is empty or does not contain any relevant data for the specified state.
  Incorrect File Format: The file format may not be compatible with the expected input format, leading to the system not recognizing any data.
  Data Filtering: There may be filters applied in the import process that exclude all data from being imported.
  Incorrect State Specification: The state specified in the import process may not match any data in the file.
  File Path Issues: The file path may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to read the file properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the File: Open the file you are trying to import and ensure that it contains the expected data. If the file is empty, you will need to populate it with the necessary data.
  Verify File Format: Ensure that the file is in the correct format (e.g., CSV, TXT) and adheres to the structure expected by SAP.
  Review Import Settings: Check the import settings to ensure that there are no filters or conditions that might be excluding data.
  Correct State Specification: Make sure that the state specified in the import process matches the data in the file.
  File Path Verification: Confirm that the file path is correct and that the file is accessible by the SAP system.
  Log Analysis: Review any logs or error messages generated during the import process for additional clues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected file structure and data requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully import your data.