How To Fix A5216 - Control record &2 not found when importing file &1.

A5216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: A5 - Summarization in Investment Management

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Control record &2 not found when importing file &1.

What causes this issue?

When importing file &V1&, the system tried to read a control record for
structure &V2&.
This control record contains the structure of the stored data, along
with the number of records to be read. The system could not find this
control record.

System Response

Processing is not continued.

How to fix this error?

Check input file &V1&. If this file was created by a standard SAP
program, contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message A5216 - Control record &2 not found when importing file &1. ?

  The SAP error message A5216, which states "Control record &2 not found when importing file &1," typically occurs during the process of importing data into the SAP system, particularly when dealing with batch input sessions or data uploads. This error indicates that the system is unable to locate the control record specified in the import file.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Control Record: The control record specified in the import file does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the control record name or the record not being created prior to the import.
  Incorrect File Format: The file being imported may not be in the expected format, leading to the system being unable to parse the control record correctly.
  File Path Issues: The file path specified may be incorrect, or the file may not be accessible due to permissions or other issues.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data