How To Fix F0445 - Last record can only be record 8 or record 9

F0445 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Last record can only be record 8 or record 9

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0445 - Last record can only be record 8 or record 9 ?

  The SAP error message F0445, which states "Last record can only be record 8 or record 9," typically occurs during the processing of financial documents, particularly when dealing with the electronic bank statement (EBS) or when importing bank statement files. This error indicates that the last record in the file being processed does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect File Format: The file being uploaded may not be in the correct format or may be missing required records.
  Improper Record Count: The last record in the file should be either record type 8 (End of File) or record type 9 (Summary Record). If the last record is of a different type, this error will occur.
  File Corruption: The file may be corrupted or improperly generated, leading to unexpected record types.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the bank statement processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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