How To Fix EAR_LEGAL_REPORT023 - Unexpected end-of-file found in dataset & (record type 3 is missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAR_LEGAL_REPORT - ARGENTINA: Legal report message class

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Unexpected end-of-file found in dataset & (record type 3 is missing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT023 - Unexpected end-of-file found in dataset & (record type 3 is missing) ?

  The SAP error message EAR_LEGAL_REPORT023 indicates that there is an unexpected end-of-file in a dataset, specifically noting that a record of type 3 is missing. This error typically occurs during the processing of legal reports or data extraction processes in SAP, particularly in the context of electronic reporting or data submissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data File: The dataset being processed may be incomplete or corrupted, leading to missing records.
  Incorrect File Format: The file may not conform to the expected format, causing the system to not recognize the necessary record types.
  Data Extraction Issues: There may have been issues during the data extraction process, resulting in missing or improperly formatted records.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or interruptions during the data generation or transfer process can lead to incomplete datasets.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Dataset: Verify the integrity of the dataset being processed. Ensure that all required records, including record type 3, are present.
  Re-generate the Report: If the dataset