How To Fix /AIF/LFA_MES123 - Empty file found for file GUID &1

/AIF/LFA_MES123 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/LFA_MES -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Empty file found for file GUID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/LFA_MES123 - Empty file found for file GUID &1 ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/LFA_MES123 Empty file found for file GUID &1 typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when processing files. This error indicates that the system has encountered an empty file associated with a specific file GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Input File: The most common cause is that the file being processed is empty. This can happen if the file was not generated correctly or if there was an issue during the file transfer.
  File Transfer Issues: Problems during the file transfer process (e.g., network issues, incorrect file paths) can lead to the file being empty.
  Incorrect File Format: The file might not be in the expected format, leading the system to interpret it as empty.
  File Deletion: The file might have been deleted or moved after it was created but before it was processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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