How To Fix A5225 - Missing column description after control record with ID &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: A5 - Summarization in Investment Management

• Message number: 225

• Message text: Missing column description after control record with ID &1.

What causes this issue?

During the import of data from the presentation server, the system read
a new control record. The control record contains structure &V1& for
data lines, together with the number of data records that exist for it.
The next line, &V2&, is supposed to contain the column heading for the
data lines which follow. These are fields of structure &V1& that were
selected for the columns of the data lines.
However, line &V2& with its expected column description does not exist
in the file.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the input file. If it was created by a standard SAP program, you
may need to contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message A5225 - Missing column description after control record with ID &1. ?

  The SAP error message A5225, "Missing column description after control record with ID &1," typically occurs in the context of data uploads or data processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with data transfer processes such as LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or batch input sessions.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a problem with the structure of the data being processed. Specifically, it suggests that after a control record (which defines the structure of the data), there is a missing or incorrectly defined column description. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being uploaded does not match the expected format or structure defined in the control record.
  Missing Field Definitions: The field definitions for the data being processed are not properly defined or are missing entirely.
  Control Record Issues: The control record itself may be incorrectly formatted or may not contain the necessary information to describe the subsequent data fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the A5225 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Control Record: Review the control record with ID &1 to ensure that it is correctly defined. Make sure that it includes all necessary field descriptions and that the format matches the expected structure.
  
  
  Validate Data Structure: Ensure that the data being uploaded follows the structure defined by the control record. Check for any missing fields or incorrect data types.
  
  
  Field Definitions: If you are using LSMW or a similar tool, verify that all field mappings and definitions are correctly set up. Ensure that each field in the data corresponds to a defined field in the control record.
  
  
  Review Data Source: If the data is coming from an external source (like a file), check the source file for any inconsistencies or missing columns that should be present.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the upload process with a smaller set of sample data to isolate the issue and ensure that the control record and data structure are functioning correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the control record format and data upload processes relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LSMW, SM35 (for batch input sessions), and SE11 (for data dictionary) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the A5225 error in your SAP system.