How To Fix 8B790 - Record number & being labeled as trailer not at file end


8B790 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

  • Message number: 790

  • Message text: Record number & being labeled as trailer not at file end

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B790 - Record number & being labeled as trailer not at file end ?
    The SAP error message 8B790 indicates that a record in a file is being labeled as a trailer, but it is not located at the end of the file. This typically occurs during the processing of IDoc files or when handling data imports/exports in SAP systems.
    
    Cause: Incorrect File Structure: The file being processed does not conform to the expected structure, meaning that the trailer record (which should be at the end) is not positioned correctly. File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to misinterpretation of the record types.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc or data import/export settings that define how records are processed. Multiple Trailers: If there are multiple trailer records or if the trailer record is duplicated, it can lead to this error.
    Solution: Check File Structure: Ensure that the file being processed has the correct structure. The trailer record should be the last

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